Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor M1873 Rifle Made in 1876 with Metcalfe Device Clamp, 2 Notch Tumbler, and Long Wrist - Serial 65752 Bira Gun Return the signal flap of

Return the signal flap of the caller in the up position and press the red connection release button on top

though that is now flaking in placed

and what looks to be a knot in the wood on the left side of the butt stock

Also of interest is the Underwriters Laboratory data plate and inspection number

Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor M1873 Rifle Made in 1876 with Metcalfe Device Clamp, 2 Notch Tumbler, and Long Wrist - Serial 65752 Bira Gun Return the signal flap ofOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a fantastic find and great opportunity to own a rifle with a very interesting history: An early production Springfield 1873 Trapdoor Rifle fitted with the clamp for a Metcalfe Cartridge Device. This early attempt at a "rapid loading device" for the Model 1873 Springfield originally consisted of the inlet stock, attaching clamp, and the wooden cartridge block, which unfortunately is not included with this offering.