US Model 1873 Trapdoor Springfield Carbine

Description

.45-70-caliber, serial number 140072, walnut stock (no visible cartouche, compartment in the butt for a cleaning kit, steel fittings, with an eagle on the lock and "U.S./SPRINGFIELD", marked on the breech block "U.S./MODEL/1873", breech marked "V/P" over an eagle head, with a Model 1879 rear sight.
United States
Barrel lg. 22"
Overall lg. 41 1/4"

Condition

Stock has a few dings and nicks, the steel is an even plum/gray patina, the bore is bright, the action functions properly, and in overall very good condition.

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US Model 1873 Trapdoor Springfield Carbine

Lot 0149

Estimate $400-$600May 28, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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