Just got this rifle today and I can not be happier with it.
It is a 45-70 Model 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle Made in Between OCT‑DEC 1879 (according to serial number 116705)
I picked it up for 607.00 Shipped and have @alleycat to Thank for helping me select it.
I thought the rust on the...
About 4 years ago I traded my spring field trap door at shooters in columbus Ga, I now found out the back story on it and I'm desperate to buy it back. I don't remember the serial number on it but it had a name ingraved in the stock , if you see this message and have it or any info on it please...