Lot 87:
Pedersoli 1873 Trapdoor Carbine, .45-70 Government
Sold for: $775
Description
A Pedersoli reproduction of a U.S. Model 1873 ‘Trapdoor’ Springfield Carbine, chambered in .45-70 Government. The rifle features a prominent “U.S. SPRINGFIELD 1873” eagle marking on the lock plate and “U.S. MODEL 1873” on the breech block. The blued barrel is marked “PEDERSOLI CAL.45-70” and “MADE IN ITALY CAT.9401,” along with “KASC G’BORO, NC” and “1251H-042.” It is fitted with a richly figured, polished dark wood stock, likely walnut, which contrasts with the high-gloss blued steel barrel and action components. The breech block and hammer display vibrant case-hardening.
Condition report:
Excellent overall condition. The high-gloss blued finish on the barrel and action components shows minimal signs of wear. The case-hardening on the breech block and hammer is vibrant and well-preserved. The polished wood stock exhibits minimal handling marks. Mechanically sound.
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