Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor M1873 Rifle Made in 1876 with Metcalfe Device Clamp, 2 Notch Tumbler, and Long Wrist - Serial 65752 Bira Gun The model measures 4½ x

The model measures 4½ x 6 x 6¼” and is dated 1971 by HUGHES

which was an under-barrel attachment for the standard M16 variants during Operation Gothic Serpent

then to a Texas pasture

Marked in black lettering Wehrkreissanitätspark XVIII Würzburg

rather than pins as well as a superior gun-maker finish overall

Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor M1873 Rifle Made in 1876 with Metcalfe Device Clamp, 2 Notch Tumbler, and Long Wrist - Serial 65752 Bira Gun The model measures 4½ xOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a fantastic find and great opportunity to own a rifle with a very interesting history: An early production Springfield 1873 Trapdoor Rifle fitted with the clamp for a Metcalfe Cartridge Device. This early attempt at a "rapid loading device" for the Model 1873 Springfield originally consisted of the inlet stock, attaching clamp, and the wooden cartridge block, which unfortunately is not included with this offering.