Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1879 with Bayonet and N.G.P. Scabbard - Serial No 113783 Untouched Antique Guns served in the 82nd Airborne

served in the 82nd Airborne “All American Division” was has the following notable features:

Thirteenth Air Force is a United States Air Force "Component-Numbered Air Force" (C-NAF) and war fighting headquarters in Pacific Air Forces (PACAF)

Most (except for junior officers and junior enlisted men) had already served at least one combat tour and opted to return to CONUS

Other markings may be present but are not visible under the paint

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1879 with Bayonet and N.G.P. Scabbard - Serial No 113783 Untouched Antique Guns served in the 82nd AirborneOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor 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 good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, complete with original issue socket bayonet and scabbard marked N. G. P.. Serial number is