Hello Milsurp forum!
New member here. Been browsing for a long time, and finally have the opportunity to post and become a part of the family

I recently was offered the opportunity to purchase what looks like a Springfield Trap Door rifle, from a local private seller. All I have to go on are the attached photos... and to be honest the rifle seems off to me. The pics are not the best quality, and it will be several days before I can get my hands on the rifle. Several parts of the rifle make me think it's a fake, or replica.

I'm hoping you can help me identify the rifle, and gain some knowledge from your wisdom.

My concerns:
- Front barrel band doesn't seem to have a retention spring
- Trigger guard sling mount looks wrong
- Lock plate is beveled, and sticks-out from receiver
- "Ribbed" trigger
- Poor condition

Otherwise, hard to tell from the pics I have. Thanks is advance for your help!

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