Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Rifle, c. 1870, serial number 46693, bore .50, walnut stock (missing a piece under the lock),lock dated "1864," marked on the top of the breechblock "1870" over an eagle and "US," barrel lg. 32 1/2, overall lg. 52 in.
Estimate $500-700
Stock has some dings and nicks as well as a piece missing on the bottom of the lock, metal bright to plum with some very light rust and the action functions properly.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
United StatesChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200