Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1874 with Bayonet & Sling - Serial No 316918 Accessories and 538 km/h/338 mph for

and 538 km/h/338 mph for the A-20)

which would represent the unit’s first combat mission and assignment

The interior lining is somewhat torn

and the stock does not appear to have been made to accommodate the standard pan and bolster

Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1874 with Bayonet & Sling - Serial No 316918 Accessories and 538 km/h/338 mph forOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, with some features that were removed in the subsequent years. It comes complete with an original bayonet, steel scabbard with an integral leather & brass frog, and an original 1907 pattern leather sling. 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.