Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1874 - Serial No 34887 Brown Bess The "H" indicates that the

The "H" indicates that the helmet was made by Hutton and Sons Ltd

The data plate on the transit chest reads:

with some areas of rust spotting

Both leather corner reinforcements are still intact

This is a very nice LUXUS produced Heer Army Gebirgsjäger Officer peak visor cap offered for sale in very good condition with a beautiful saddle-form shape

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1874 - Serial No 34887 Brown Bess The "H" indicates that theOriginal 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 1874, so it was actually around at the time, though it is very doubtful it was involved. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70