Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Buffington Sight made in 1879 - Serial No 114150 U.S. Uniforms Blade length is approximately 25

Blade length is approximately 25

They made MG34 and MG42 machine guns

It is VERY sharp on the lower edge at present

breast pocket and stenciled black USMC EGA insignia

Rifles were more accurate than smooth bore muskets

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Buffington Sight made in 1879 - Serial No 114150 U.S. Uniforms Blade length is approximately 25Original 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 1884 Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 114150 with overall good metal finish and most metal proofs still present.