Original U.S. Army Springfield Model 1871 Remington Rolling Block Rifle in .50-70 - dated 1872 Helmets Examples like this complete with

Examples like this complete with the original sling are very hard to find

In the 1960s the British Government ordered the then Independent RHODESIA to institute Native Rule which led to twenty years of strife for the entire region

Most of the original blade finish has worn off

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most probably to the Local Military in any of Queen Victoria's many Colonies

Original U.S. Army Springfield Model 1871 Remington Rolling Block Rifle in .50-70 - dated 1872 Helmets Examples like this complete withOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Springfield model 1871 rolling block U. S. Army rifle was manufactured in 187172 by Springfield Armory, using the design originated by Remington Arms Company, under a royalty agreement. The example we have is in good condition, with the expected wear from age and storage. Much of the finish is intact, with little evidence of past pitting. It does however have a somewhat peculiar buttstock: it was never shaped for