GUN FALL 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/4/2016
EXTREMELY FINE, "LIKE NEW" INDIAN WARS SPRINGFIELD 45-70 CARBINE. SPRINGFIELD M-1878 127125 45-70 Cal. 45-70. Standard configuration with 22" rnd bbl, blue and case colors. lock "U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1873", case hardened breech "U.S. / MODEL / 1878" and inspectors crisp cartouche opposite lock "SWP / 1881" and script "P" in circle in bottom comb. Bbl has crisp inspector marks on breech. You will not find a better example in such exemplary condition. PROVENANCE: Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Gun retains over 95% bright blue and case colors overall with light blemishes unaffecting aesthetics. Stock is sound, well fit with crisp inspectors marks and several small scrapes, scratches and other minor cosmetic blemishes. Mechanics crisp with a bright shiny bore. 50765-2 JS (6,000-8,000)