Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1885 with Socket Bayonet - Serial 263950 German Antique Guns 37) adopted in 1937

37) adopted in 1937

The three crews flew to the "Rock" on 13 May 1943

who also removed almost all of the paint from the exterior

which indicates the approximate manufacture date of October - November 1944

Overall finish does show light staining overall

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1885 with Socket Bayonet - Serial 263950 German Antique Guns 37) adopted in 1937Original Item: Only One available. This is a nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very good service used condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, complete with an original socket bayonet. Serial # 264226 is marked on the