Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 143969 - made in 1880 Nepalese Cache Extras The development of the repeating

The development of the repeating pump-action shotguns in the 1890s led to their use by the US Marines in the Philippines insurrections and by General "Black Jack" Pershing's pursuit of Pancho Villa

A second wing

It could possibly still eject

and still retains the full celluloid diamond sweat shield in the crown

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 143969 - made in 1880 Nepalese Cache Extras The development of the repeatingOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine, the weapon used 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 1884 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, complete with its original Saddle Ring and Bar on the left hand side of the wood stock. The