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Jalex · March 22, 2005, 12:29 PM

I recently became the proud owner of a U.S. Springfeild model 1873 rifle in 45-70 calibre.
This peice is in beautiful condition and I have no reservations about firing it however I am curious wether or not new 45-70 cartridges can be fired in this rifle without worry as I assume new cartridges will be loaded with smokless powder while in its origional design the rounds were black powder.
Can anyone give me a little insight on this?
Thanks
jalex

March 22, 2005, 12:29 PM	#1
Jalex Member Join Date: February 10, 2005 Location: mid michigan Posts: 30	question about springfield 1873 I recently became the proud owner of a U.S. Springfeild model 1873 rifle in 45-70 calibre. This peice is in beautiful condition and I have no reservations about firing it however I am curious wether or not new 45-70 cartridges can be fired in this rifle without worry as I assume new cartridges will be loaded with smokless powder while in its origional design the rounds were black powder. Can anyone give me a little insight on this? Thanks jalex