Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine with "Long Wrist" serial 25007 - made in 1874 Stocks Factory cross grain remains seen

Factory cross grain remains seen on the surfaces

This has resulted in oxidation over the entire exterior surface

EAME with 3 stars and a separate WWII Victory Medal Ribbon

the bottom "plug" for under the barrel muzzle is missing

embroidered US collar insignia

Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine with "Long Wrist" serial 25007 - made in 1874 Stocks Factory cross grain remains seenOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine, with some features that were removed in the subsequent years. This was the weapon used by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876, and this weapon was produced before that time! While we doubt that it was at that battle, a collector at some time did attach a 7th Cavalry brass