September 10-12, 2019 Field & Range Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/11/2019
Standard issue Indian Wars Trapdoor rifle. Features two barrel bands, post front sight, and 1873 pinned rear sight. No VP proof on right side of barrel. Block dated 1873 as is the dated Springfield eagle on sideplate. Walnut stock with no visible cartouche but strong script "P" on wrist. No trapdoor in buttplate. CONDITION: All legends are sharp. Barrel has smooth patina blending with some light blue. Block has no case colors. Stock has minor usual bumps and bruises with a coat of finish added. Rifling is sharp and clean. A nice example of an early 4 digit 1873. Comes with original period leather sling. Single brass hook with two keepers; stamped "HG Haedrich".
Caliber/Bore
.45-70 Government