Civil war rifle
11 July 2021
Description

48 inches

Provenance

It was carried by one of my ancestors in the civil war and passed down through my family.

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within 16 days
By George
Jul 27, 15:44 UTC
Fair Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Suggested Asking Price $700 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Tim,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the apprisal.

The presented object appears to be a US Springfield Model 1884 trapdoor rifle with a cal of 45-75. The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, and was named for its hinged breechblock, which opened like a trapdoor. It was in service from 1873 to 1892 (Reserve use afterwards) and around 700.000 rifles were built.
This piece is in bad to medium condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 300 to 600 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.

With kind regards,
George

Tim nordquist Aug 15, 18:46 UTC

Thank you very much George

George Aug 29, 16:49 UTC

Dear Tim,

Thank you very much for your feedback and you are very welcome.

With kind regards,
George

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