MASSACHUSETTS MARKED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 TRAPDOOR RIFLE

MASSACHUSETTS MARKED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. "MASS" stamped above chamber indicating ownership by Massachusetts. Otherwise standard with issue 32 - 5/8" blued barrel with "V / P / (Eagle Head)" proof chambered for .45-70 and fitted with Buffington rear sight. Low arch breech block marked "US / MODEL / 1884". Lock side plate marked with federal eagle and "U.S. / SPRINGFIELD". Full length walnut stock mounted with 2 spring retained barrel bands, 2-piece trigger guard, and a "US" marked butt plate. Complete with a period leather sling. CONDITION: Very good. Iron components have turned to an honest silvery brown patina. Stock has a dark appearance with some moderate wear and period impressions. Stock markings are illegible. Very good bore displaying well defined rifling. Fine mechanics. serial number 408041 BB