Harrington & Richardson 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Officer Model In .45-70

SOLD FOR: $1,136.00

WOA#: WY240422NO003

Make: Harrington & Richardson

Model: Model 1873 Trapdoor Officer

Serial Number: 3248

Year of Manufacture: Circa, 1970s

Caliber: .45-70

Action Type: Single-Shot Forward Pivoting Breech-Block “Trapdoor” Rifle

Barrel Length: 26”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a two position hooded pinhead beech style sight. The rear sight is a flip up Spencer style sight with an adjustable diopter.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a single piece wood half length stock with a barrel band, pewter forend cap, straight wrist with added semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and semi-crescent buttplate. There are pressure dents, scratches, and small scuffs throughout. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in at about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued, Case Color.

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.  In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is some action wear on the trapdoor and inside the action. The barrel and receiver have small markings throughout. There is a spot of finish loss on the barrel. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The rifle has a half-cock safety. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None