Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Made in March 1874 with Early Long Wrist, Stepped Rear Sight, and Cleaning Rod - Serial 8759 Russian Artwork & Posters The “LBB” can be found

The “LBB” can be found carved into the face of the leather scabbard

It has a wonderful well-worn look that is impossible to duplicate

It has a typical design large wooden saya (scabbard)

45-90 Winchester Center Fire

As a first

Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Made in March 1874 with Early Long Wrist, Stepped Rear Sight, and Cleaning Rod - Serial 8759 Russian Artwork & Posters The “LBB” can be foundOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, probably the earliest we have EVER HAD, with several features that were changed in the subsequent years. The most noticeable of these appearance wise are the early 1st pattern "stepped" M1873 rear sight and "long wrist" on the stock. This is the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle