Springfield Trapdoor Information

[pjohn]

First off, I believe you. I've checked other references and of course you're correct. But, I'll tell you, I had it under a magnifying glass and it looks like an 8. So, it's a Model 1873, very nice. So again thanks for the great info.

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[butlersrangers]

When I was a young collector, we learned the Block Marking was "1873", but, looked like "78" on 'low-arch' Trap-door breech-blocks. I always assumed some wear or damage had occurred to the Stamping-Die.

[Dick Hosmer]

Chuck, not all low-arch 1873 blocks have the issue - there are two font sizes, and the earlier (smaller) one is always crystal-clear. More to follow, after Christmas. And, a Merry one to all!!