ANTIQUE US MODEL 1879 for sale in Texas

$920.00

Fine condition antique US Model 1879 Trapdoor Springfield Cavalry Carbine in .45-70 caliber. Mechanically functions fine and tight. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle. Breech block is marked “MODEL 1873”. Barrel has “VP” and eagle head proofs. This is a guaranteed original carbine, NOT a cut-down rifle, and has correct original “C” marked rear sight and saddle ring/bar. Carbine is serial number 452xxx, which dates it to manufacture in 1889. Other carbines near this serial number were issued to Troop A of the 1st Nevada Volunteer Cavalry. Metal finish is original blue showing just a little wear. Breech block has strong original case colors. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. The front sight blade is a replacement. Stock is an arsenal replacement and is solely marked “52” under the buttstock behind the trigger guard. Wood has original finish and shows a few normal handling marks. Carbine is complete with original ruptured case extractor that stores in the butt trap. A nice example of a US Model 1879 Trapdoor Springfield Carbine that will make a fine addition to a collection.