Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1877 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No 7586? Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts The sight very much resembles

The sight very much resembles an 1873 Trapdoor sight

embroidered on a black rectangular insignia

which could fire cartridges made from the centerfire

Plisevich's home in Newberry

This most likely indicates manufacture at Tula Arms Factory (Тульский Оружейный Завод)

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1877 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No 7586? Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts The sight very much resemblesOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice service used example of the classic Springfield trapdoor 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 nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 7586? with an overall worn metal finish with all proofs still