February 5, 6, & 7, 2019 Field & Range Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/6/2019
Referred to as the Model 1871 Rolling Block US Army rifle, stamped on left side of frame. Right side of frame is stamped "1872" with eagle. This was issued with a case colored frame, all other hardware in the white, two piece full length walnut stock. Approximately 10,000 of these rifles were produced in 1871 and 1872 under a royalty agreement with Remington Arms Corp. Other features include folding ladder type military rear sight, cleaning rod and sling swivels. CONDITION: Frame has sharp legends but case colors have mostly silvered out. Barrel is a clean gunmetal grey. Stocks are excellent; left side has a very strong "ESA" cartouche for Erskin S. Allen. Mirror bore. Short production military rifle with extremely strong action in fine condition, not to mention these .50 calibers are a lot of fun to shoot.
Caliber/Bore
.50-70 Government
Manufacturer
Springfield Armory