Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Cadet Rifle inspected by Erskine Allin - made in 1878 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts complete with one buckle and

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

This group saw action all over the South Pacific and were at Pearl Harbor on December 7

22 trainer was introduced in 1915

Airborne troops arriving by parachute and glider numbered an additional 14

a fitting tribute to these British Heroes of the day

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Cadet Rifle inspected by Erskine Allin - made in 1878 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts complete with one buckle andOriginal 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