Hello,
Can you help me with information, Please!
Met a fellow today who went into his closet and pulled out an 1878 Springfield serial number 352XXX, nice condition, not abused, asked me if I was interested in it? It belonged to his recently passed away dad.
Any thoughts?
Two Flints
Two Flints,
I am thinking that your are refering to a "trapdoor" springfield. Try Trapdoor collectors.
Old Top
It's a Model 1884 Trapdoor - with the Buffington rear sight.
The serial number would indicate production in the first quarter of 1887.
Without seeing it - there's little more that I can assist with.
Vaya,
Scouts Out!
Thank you,
Found information on the Springfield Trapdoor. Appreciate your responses.
Two Flints