We are unsure of who’s initials are stamped on the cheek and buttplate of the stock. THIS SITE SPECIALIZES IN:(1) TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD RIFLES & CARBINES, 1865-1893 (2) INDIAN WAR & SPAN-AM WAR: U.S SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR ARMS (3) 1865-1893 MILITARY: BAYONETS, KNIVES, ENTRENCHING. You should be able to research and find which unit she was issued to, we are sure this rifle has alot of histroy to be uncovered. Hi AllI have a new to me rifle added to my collection today a 1873 Springfield Trapdoor s/n 198401, I'm trying to get info on it especially ammo. The bore is fair, some corrosion towards the muzzle internally but should not inhibit its shootability, though a qualified gunsmith should inspect the rifle prior to shooting. Stock does not have a hole at the front which is a easy way of telling if a stock like this is original and not a cut down from a long rifle.
Stock has its original saddle ring assembly, as well as its butt plate with sliding door. The locke plate assembly is fully functional, trapdoor functions properly, overall the carbine appears to be functional. She looks to have had a light restoration at one point, light refinish of the stock and the lock plate shows signs of having been cleaned and refinished.
#1873 springfield trapdoor carbine replica serial number
The serial number dates this carbine at around 1881, relatively early. This is a true carbine, not a cut down long rifle. Bullet weight was 405 grains, and the powder charge was 70.
45-caliber cartridge, for which the guns were chambered, employed the Benet internal priming system and a drawn case with heavy copper content. For sale is a trapdoor Springfield carbine model 1873 in caliber 45/70. Though several modifications were made in 1879, the Springfield Trapdoor carbine was still considered a Model 1873 and is so marked.
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