Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1875 - Serial No 45475 Category_MG 34 Accessories An interesting and unusual piece

An interesting and unusual piece of official military firefighting equipment and an excellent costume party item for the Amateur Astronaut

Length: 36 inches

under Vice-Admiral Michiaki Kamada

or "muzzle" end

however it is almost completely covered with the textured camouflage

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1875 - Serial No 45475 Category_MG 34 Accessories An interesting and unusual pieceOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an excellent 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. It was made in 1875, so it was actually around at the time, though it is very doubtful it was involved. The breech block is marked: MODEL 1873 (EAGLE) (CROSSED ARROWS) U. S. Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor