Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 188174* with 1884 Updates - made in 1882 U.S. Field Gear An absolutely genuine GERMAN M-1888

An absolutely genuine GERMAN M-1888 Service Rifle issued in Germany during the late 19th century

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The underside of the barrel has some rust oxidation

The case has some very nice markings on the reverse:

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Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 188174* with 1884 Updates - made in 1882 U.S. Field Gear An absolutely genuine GERMAN M-1888Original Item: Only One available. This is a very nice 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 very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, complete with its original Saddle Ring and Bar on the left hand side of the wood stock. The