Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine made in 1880 - Serial 127329 U.S. Field Gear They were withdrawn from New

They were withdrawn from New Guinea after it was realized that they were not suited for their intended role without adequate fighter protection and they were desperately in need of adequate workshop facilities and spares backup that were unavailable

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the Defense of Philadelphia

316th Infantry

The rear of the barrel on the left-hand side bears numerous Japanese characters which a Japanese woman kindly translated for us

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine made in 1880 - Serial 127329 U.S. Field Gear They were withdrawn from NewOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a nice service used example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Cavalry Carbine, the weapon used by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in good condition is this trapdoor carbine is in . 45 70 government caliber, with serial # 127329 stamped on the rear of the receiver. The carbine has overall good