Iron surface is mottled and shows salt and pepper rust pitting.īlack walnut stock never cleaned and exhibits a dark pleasing smooth patina along with its share of normal handling marks, dings and scuffing. Lockplate markings show the spreadwinged eagle and "US / SPRINGFIELD" forward of the hammer. The low-arched breechblock bears the stamping "US / MODEL / 1884" at the hinge. Does exhibit scattered light pitting overall. Identified to the 13th New York Volunteer Infantry, the rifle's iron surfaces wear a flat dark plum patina and show almost no original bluing or color casehardening. 45-70 caliber, centerfire, cartridge weapon, serial number #532361, is one of over 160,000 made from 1879 through 1885. Produced by the Springfield Armory, this.
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