Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Infantry Rifle, .45-70 Govt, 32.6 in Barrel, Antique 1882
This Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Infantry Rifle is an antique 1882 example in the full-length infantry configuration with a 32.6-inch barrel and about 52-inch overall length. It features a single-shot trapdoor breechblock with extractor, iron sights, and a full-length walnut stock. Notable U.S. military inspection and proof markings are present, including the SWP/1882 stock cartouche, P proofs, and the VP over eagle stamp on the barrel, with a clean, shiny bore.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. It has cosmetic imperfections, scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Infantry Rifle, .45-70 Govt
This rifle is the infantry-length configuration with a steel 32.6-inch barrel, approximately 52-inch overall length, and a capacity of one round. It uses the classic trapdoor hinged breechblock with extractor and an external hammer, matching the U.S. service pattern of the era.
The full-length walnut stock has two barrel bands and the correct hardware, including a stacking swivel on the front band, a sling swivel, and a cleaning rod channel. The length of pull measures 13.5 inches, offering a traditional military stock fit.
Sighting equipment is period-correct iron: a front blade and a rear ladder-type leaf. This setup provides the graduated elevation adjustments typical for the infantry rifle pattern.
Military markings are extensive and well-documented. The lockplate is marked U.S. SPRINGFIELD with an eagle. The barrel bears the VP over eagle proof, along with a separate P proof near the front edge of the receiver. A P proof behind the trigger guard on the bottom of the stock indicates the rifle passed the factory proof test.
The stock carries the SWP/1882 inspector cartouche, aligning with its 1880s U.S. production; the rifle is noted as manufactured in 1882.