Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1882 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No 185432 U.S. Replica The hilt has a palm

The hilt has a palm swell and was made of thin leather washers

Originally activated as the 10th Light Division (Alpine) in 1943

This will make a fine addition to any "Old West" collection

this is the real thing that will only appreciate in value over time

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1882 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No 185432 U.S. Replica The hilt has a palmOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very 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 nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 185432 with a faint SWP 1882 cartouche, overall very good metal finish with