Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Nickel Plated Parade Rifle Manufactured in 1889 MG 34 Sharps entered into a partnership

Sharps entered into a partnership with William Hankins

• Canvas Pistol Belt

The blade is arsenal marked in script on the back together with the blade replacement date of January 1816

14' high and 16" deep in it's collapsed configuration these are exactly what the U

Stands 12" tall

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Nickel Plated Parade Rifle Manufactured in 1889 MG 34 Sharps entered into a partnershipOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a wonderful example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle that was Nickel Plated at the factory in order to be used for special ceremonial and parade use. The breach block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 The wood stock bears a trace military inspector's cartouche. The rifle is in excellent condition with 99% of the original finish nickle plate remaining. The Trapdoor Springfield Rifle was the weapon used, in