Covers the entire range of .45 caliber "trapdoor" Springfield arms, the gun that really won the west. Includes complete & accurate description of ammmition boxes, ammunition belts & belt plates.
Completely revised and expanded 3rd edition of this best-selling reference work on the popular Springfield "trapdoor" rifle and carbine. Describes the various models of the rifle, cadet rifle and carbine manufactured between 1873 and 1892 on a part-by-part basis according to serial number range. All markings, finishes, inspector's marks and dimensions are given for the seven breechblocks, seven barrel bands, thirteen rear sights, all stock variations and every other part including the three front sight covers Finishes. Ordnance Department markings, inspector's markings and serial number production by year are included, New sections in this expanded edition describe the .45-70 tools and accessories, plus, for the first time ever, a complete and accurate description of ammmition boxes, ammunition belts and belt plates. Ends years of confusion regarding these important and popular accessories.
