Original U.S. Early Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle Made in March 1874 with Early Long Wrist Stock, First Pattern Stepped Rear Sight, and Original Cleaning Rod - Serial No. 8468 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly (Smaller Waffenamt Eagle)

(Smaller Waffenamt Eagle)

This is an excellent example of a Later-War production OF Officer Grade issue Stainless Steel Case Waltham Model 10617 17-Jewel wrist watch

as the iron plates slowly have oxidized due to the cracks that form over time in the lacquer

historical descriptions

which measures 11" x 5" x 2 1/4"

Original U.S. Early Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle Made in March 1874 with Early Long Wrist Stock, First Pattern Stepped Rear Sight, and Original Cleaning Rod - Serial No. 8468 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly (Smaller Waffenamt Eagle)Original U. S. Early Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle Made in March 1874 with Scarce Long Wrist Stock, First Pattern Stepped Rear Sight, and Original Cleaning Rod Serial No. 8468 Original Item: Only One Available. This is an exceptionally early example of the iconic U. S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle and quite possibly the earliest we have ever offered. Manufactured in March 1874, it is a true first year production rifle retaining an