Lot 2228: Very Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle
Very Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet
Auction Location: Rock Island, IL
Auction Date: December 1, 2018
Lot 2228: Very Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle
Very Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet
Auction Location: Rock Island, IL
Auction Date: December 1, 2018
Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,600
Price Realized:
Very Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1884
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1282
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number: 
Catalog Page: 115
Class: Antique
Description:
Manufactured circa 1886-1891. Standard Springfield markings and features. "SWP/1886" cartouche and "US" marked buttplate. Includes a Rock Island Arsenal marked leather sling and blued "US" socket bayonet with steel sheath and "US" marked hanger.
Rating Definition:
Very fine, retains 90% original blue finish and 95% plus original case hardened finish, with a couple small patches of grey patina on the buttplate and at the muzzle. The dark wood is fine with some minor dings, dents, and scratches, and a barely legible cartouche with extensive dings around it. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet is excellent retaining most of the original blue finish and the sheath is fine with some mild wear.
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