Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1888 - Serial No 414960 Barrels followed several months later with

followed several months later with the rest of the maps in the series

with slightly curved blade

and it has a clear maker mark on the ricasso:

: The History of the 29th Infantry Division 1917-2001 by Alexander F

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1888 - Serial No 414960 Barrels followed several months later withOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an excellent example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine, the weapon used 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 excellent condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 414960 with overall good metal finish with all proofs still present. The serial