Original U.S. Model 1885 U.S. Navy Contract Remington-Lee Magazine Rifle in .45/70 - Serial 52000 Russian/Soviet Militaria and has serial number G

and has serial number G 67472 on the receiver floor plate

In 1892 and 1893

he could be counted on if called

without installing the front sight

it does show signs of wear and use more than likely by a reenactor

Original U.S. Model 1885 U.S. Navy Contract Remington-Lee Magazine Rifle in .45/70 - Serial 52000 Russian/Soviet Militaria and has serial number GOriginal Item: Only One available. This early bolt action design was first patented in November 1878, as marked of this rifle's receiver, by JAMES PARIS LEE. This is the same Lee who later became famous for his huge contribution to the British Lee Metford and Lee Enfield series of rifles of WW1 and WW2. Using the then U. S. standard caliber of ammunition, the . 45 70 round, this bolt action magazine rifle was revolutionary at the time. It was accepted