Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1874 - Serial No 34887 French Artwork & Posters these brass hilted rapiers are

these brass hilted rapiers are just beginning to look their age

A very clear label in the waist reads as follows:

required adapter plate for use with the Bren LMG

The air gunner who wore this jacket apparently flew 38 missions of a 50 mission tour (it is difficult to tell exactly what he was representing with his bomb scoreboard

Cooper in Uniform

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine made in 1874 - Serial No 34887 French Artwork & Posters these brass hilted rapiers areOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an excellent example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine, the weapon used by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. It was made in 1874, so it was actually around at the time, though it is very doubtful it was involved. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70