Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Socket Bayonet with U.S. Scabbard WWII Like Loran Mk I it

Like Loran Mk I it was primarily designed for use over water and maximum range was in the region of 700 miles: it also operated on four pre set channels in the range 1

It comes complete with red Artillery officer hat cord with acorns and leather chin strap

with a broad arrow between the letter and the date 16

The visor retains all of its finish both on top and beneath

this is a very appealing display gun

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Socket Bayonet with U.S. Scabbard WWII Like Loran Mk I itOriginal Item: Only One Available. The model 1873 "Trapdoor" Springfield was the first standard issue breech loading rifle adopted by the United States Army. The gun, in both full length and carbine versions, was widely used in subsequent battles against the American Indians. It was 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 model 1873 was the fifth