US Springfield 1878 45-70

U.S. Springfield Model 1878 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory

Model: U.S. Model 1878

Caliber: .45-70 Government

Serial: 29134 (receiver)

Barrel Marking: “U.S. MODEL 1878”

Action: Trapdoor, hinged breech

Sights: Buffington-style rear sight

Configuration: Full-length infantry rifle

Condition:

• Original Springfield lock with clear eagle & “U.S. SPRINGFIELD” marking

• Honest, even patina throughout

• Solid, correct military stock with normal service wear

• Mechanically sound trapdoor action

• Good display example of late Indian Wars–era U.S. military arms

Notes:

The Model 1878 represents the final evolutionary stage of the classic Springfield Trapdoor infantry rifle before the adoption of newer actions. A correct and desirable example for collectors of U.S. military firearms.

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