Three 1868's

[Fred]

Here are just a few photos of my three old worn out model 1868 Springfield trapdoors. They and an 1866 Springfield are the only trapdoors I have.
I'm just messing around with my iPhone camera in the dim light.

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[Fred]

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[Fred]

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[Fred]

So, does anyone notice anything of interest about these rifles??

[Dick Hosmer]

I'll abstain.

[Fred]

LOL. I think I know maybe why such rifles don't seem to show up and get noticed more often than they do. They must still be out there somewhere. Nobody is looking or noticing. LOL

[Dick Hosmer]

LOL. I think I know maybe why such rifles don't seem to show up and get noticed more often than they do. They must still be out there somewhere. Nobody is looking or noticing. LOL

Even when properly presented! #62 was correctly described AND well photographed for its' Gunbroker sale. It finally went for no more than any other extremely fine 1868 but with a common date.

I was scared s**tless the well-to-do Eastern collector who owns #63 would see the ad, then step in and take it no matter what it cost.

Fred, there is another goal for you - a matched pair!

[Fred]

You were fortunate that the other guy wasn't paying attention to what was showing up that day! It's a Beautiful 1868 Dick! It really is.

If I see #61, I'll give you a heads up!

[alfajim]

Just to let you guys know I have the receiver for #65 it is at Al's for pictures and posting. It is in great condition except a broken ear on the right side.
If the original barrel is around somewhere it could be made whole again with the parts out there.

Jim