![]() The model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, and was named for its hinged breechblock, which opened like a trapdoor. ![]() ![]() The gun, in both full-length and carbine versions, was widely used in subsequent battles against Native Americans. The Model 1873 'Trapdoor' Springfield was the first standard-issue breech-loadingrifle adopted by the United States Army (although the Springfield Model 1866 had seen limited issue to troops along the Bozeman Trail in 1867). (Redirected from Springfield Model 1873) Springfield Model 1873ġ873–1892 (some were still used during the Spanish–American War and Philippine–American War)Ĭavalry Carbine with 22 in (560 mm) barrelĬadet Rifle with 30 in (760 mm) barrel1881 Forager Shotgun ![]()
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