MR1652 BEAUTIFUL U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR RIFLE WITH BAYONET; 90% original deep blue on the 32-1/2 inch round barrel. Good bore that would benefit from a thorough cleaning. Original sights. The only disturbance to the blue is where proof marks were removed. Also serial number has been removed. 60% vivid case colors visible on trapdoor. Original bayonet and sling swivels. Excellent wood with side cartouche removed. Two cartouches are still visible on the lower stock near the triggerguard. US marked bayonet also shows 90% deep blue finish with scattered spots of surface roughness. Crisp tight action.
ANTIQUE $ 1,350.
