Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Cadet Rifle inspected by Erskine Allin - made in 1878 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts 22 trainer was introduced in

22 trainer was introduced in 1915

and a tilted national colors decal on the left

Also included is a glossy color printed scan from page 112 of the wonderful book AMERICAN FLIGHT JACKETS by Jon A

vicious and skillful manner in which you pushed the attack

complete with one buckle and strap but missing the closure strap over the handle

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Cadet Rifle inspected by Erskine Allin - made in 1878 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts 22 trainer was introduced inOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a nice example of the rare Springfield 1873 trapdoor Cadet rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in 45 70 government caliber. Serial #96508 indicates manufacture in 1878, and the right side of the stock is