May 13-15, 2025 Firearms and Militaria
Lot #2080:
(A) VERY FINE US SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR CARBINE.
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/14/2025
Produced in 1880. This fine carbine features the blued round barrel, post front sight, Carbine marked rear sight, saddle ring and bar, case colored block stamped "US Model 1873". Barrel is stamped with VP eagle head proof. Lock stamped "US SPRINGFIELD" with eagle. Walnut stock has a strong 1880 dated "SWP" cartouche for Sam Porter, along with a cursive P proof stamp at base. Butt plate has the trap door. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel retains nearly all its blue finish with minor handling marks and some bleed through patina. The block case colors have darkened but mostly present. Frame is patina. Lock retains majority of finish. Legends are sharp. Stock is excellent with usual minor dings. Bore is strong with just a hint of abrasion.