Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 452894 - made in 1889 Discount instability and inaccuracy of the

instability and inaccuracy of the fuse mechanism made the Type 10 almost as much of a menace to the thrower as to the recipient

The COLT'S PATENT marking is intact as well

This example issued by the City of LLANELLY in Wales

Temper line (hamon) is somewhat visible

It bears multiple Waffenamts and the maker code

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 452894 - made in 1889 Discount instability and inaccuracy of theOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine, the weapon used 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 1884 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor carbine in . 45 70 government caliber, fitted with the correct Buffington rear sight. It also comes with its original Saddle Ring