^Lot 3539 MODEL 1870 SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Cal. 50. S# 1359. Standard configuration, 32.5" barrel, 2 spring retained bands, adjustable rear sight, breech block marked: "MODEL / 1870 / eaglehead & crossed arrows / US", utilizing 1863 dated Civil War surplus lock. Unit markings stamped on buttplate tang "2 / C / 14". CONDITION: very good overall, complete and matching, mechanics fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of John "Jack" Dhooghe. (01-28245/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.