Trapdoor Springfield Infantry model

T-Rex · December 28, 2000, 07:37 AM

My father has a Springfield model 1873 hanging over the fireplace, and asked me what they were going for. I've seen the carbines around, but never the infantry rifle. Any experience with these? It's in excelent condition, and shoots really well with light loads.

Now to the point: Any idea what she's worth?

Steven Mace · December 28, 2000, 09:09 AM

T-Rex, there were three basic models of the 1873 Trapdoor. The Rifle with a 32.625" barrel, the Carbine with a 22" barrel, and the Cadet with a 29.5" barrel. The Rifle version in excellent condition could be worth about $1,500-$2,000. The Carbine version about $4,000-$6,250. The Cadet version about $1,000-$1,600. Hope this helps!

Steve Mace

December 28, 2000, 09:09 AM	#2
Steven Mace Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 1999 Location: Clifton, Colorado USA Posts: 724	T-Rex, there were three basic models of the 1873 Trapdoor. The Rifle with a 32.625" barrel, the Carbine with a 22" barrel, and the Cadet with a 29.5" barrel. The Rifle version in excellent condition could be worth about $1,500-$2,000. The Carbine version about $4,000-$6,250. The Cadet version about $1,000-$1,600. Hope this helps! Steve Mace __________________ After today, its all historical

December 28, 2000, 07:37 AM	#1
T-Rex Senior Member Join Date: June 28, 1999 Location: Fairfax VA Posts: 215	My father has a Springfield model 1873 hanging over the fireplace, and asked me what they were going for. I've seen the carbines around, but never the infantry rifle. Any experience with these? It's in excelent condition, and shoots really well with light loads. Now to the point: Any idea what she's worth?