LOT 3249 – SPRINGFIELD 1879 U.S. TRAPDOOR RIFLE

Fall 2024 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction

October 31st, November 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, 2024
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!

LOT 3249 – SPRINGFIELD 1879 U.S. TRAPDOOR RIFLE

01-25935
Cal. 45-70
S# 294145

Bbl. 32 5/8″. Replacement Buffington rear sight. 1873 dated low arch breech-block. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1873”. 2 band fastened walnut stock w/ iron fittings & proper style sling.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked foreign triangular bayonet w/ scabbard & U.S. marked frog. Bayonet will not slide completely over muzzle.

PROVENANCE: ex-collection of Paul Eseppi.

STATUS: ANTIQUE