Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1878 with Buffington Sight - Serial No 78355 Antique Colts which indicates the approximate manufacture

which indicates the approximate manufacture date of April - May 1944

This example was not fitted with the Stabler cutoff attachment at any time

The perfect addition to any WW2 German SS  or Holster Collection

it is not a mistake

with a date on the reverse

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1878 with Buffington Sight - Serial No 78355 Antique Colts which indicates the approximate manufactureOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 78355, with an overall very good metal finish with all proofs still