Pedersoli Repro Springfield Trapdoor Carbine .45-70 Govt. Single-Shot Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1250
WOA#: WY230512DK008
Make: Pedersoli imported by Navy Arms
Model: Reproduction Springfield Trapdoor
Serial#: TD1150
Year of Manufacture: 1997, Italian date code “BI”
Caliber: .45-70
Action Type: Single-Shot Front-Lifted Breech-Loaded Rifle
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked with the serial number “TD1150”, the Pedersoli logo, “PEDERSOLI / MADE IN ITALY”, “CAL .45-70”, “CAT. 9403” and has Italian proof marks. The left side of the receiver has Italian proof marks including the date code, the serial number and Navy Arms Importing stamp. The portion of the receiver, concealed by the breechblock, is marked “CAT. 9403”. The bottom of the breech-block is marked “F52”. The lock plate is marked with the Great Seal of the United States (an eagle) and “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD”.
Barrel Length: 26”
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a beaded serrated blade fixed by the muzzle. The rear sight is a folding ladder-style sight screwed to the upper tang. The sight is a circular disk peep sight with a knurled knob on top of the ladder for elevation adjustment and side knobs for windage adjustment.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The wood stock features a barrel band secured by a spring, a lock-plate, a straight wrist, a straight comb and semi-crescent butt-plate. There are little to no handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP is 13.25” from the trigger to the rear end of the butt-plate. Overall, the stock is in Excellent condition. The checkering is crisp and the peaks are sharp.
Type of Finish: Blue and Bone Charcoal Case Hardened
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There is no corrosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The left adjustment knob has some corrosion. The rest of the rifle is pristine. The markings remain clear. The screwheads are unmarred and serviceable. Overall, the rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: This rifle comes with its original factory box.
Our Assessment: This is a Pedersoli manufactured replica of a Springfield “Trapdoor” carbine. The gun is beautifully crafted, it is truly a worthy tribute to the legendary Allin breech-loading system that was invented by Springfield Armory’s Master Armorer Erskine S. Allin. This specimen is well preserved with only very light storage wear. Additionally, the rifle is beautifully finished and remains mechanically sound. This gun can be used for historical reenactment, target shooting or even hunting. This is one beautiful firearm that you will not want to miss out on!