Original U.S. Very Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1874 - Serial No 14400 Lanchester SMG whose name is derived from

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The transit chest has working latches all internal components and bear original paint with German WW2 markings

& M Co (Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co

5" mounted on a wood shaft of just over 38" in overall length

Original U.S. Very Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1874 - Serial No 14400 Lanchester SMG whose name is derived fromOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, with a lot of features that were removed in the subsequent years. This is 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: MODEL 1873 (EAGLE) (CROSSED ARROWS) U. S. In the years following, the stamping on the breech block was