Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 with Socket Bayonet - Serial No 227868 Antique Long Guns stands for Briggs Motor Bodies

stands for Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd

During his service he was promoted from Private to Staff Sergeant to Second Lieutenant

These were crucial pieces of equipment for early airfields that did not have permanent infrastructure built and also used in the jungle for helicopter landings

Daniel Wesson one of the three principals of the company

The enemy later attacked with two tanks

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 with Socket Bayonet - Serial No 227868 Antique Long Guns stands for Briggs Motor BodiesOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, 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 breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 227868 with a faint SWP 1883 cartouche, overall worn metal finish with all