A Scarce Antique U.S. Military Model 1870 Trapdoor SPRINGFIELD Rifle

A Scarce Antique U.S. Military Model 1870 Trapdoor SPRINGFIELD Rifle.  Left over Civil War lock dated "1863", and marked "U.S. SPRINGFIELD" ahead of the Federal Eagle.  The breech-block marked "Model 1870", over the "Eagle Head" over "Crossed Arrows" over "U.S.".  32.5" .50 caliber rifled barrel.  The stock is solid with a repair on the left side of the barrel tang, scratches and dings from years of service.  All steel parts retain generous amounts (approx. 90%) original blue finish on barrel and (approx. 70% on the lock).  In good mechanical working order.

TTI-518419