Yours is definitely a Model 1888, the most common of all rod-bayonet rifles, as confirmed by the serial number and inspection cartouche date. Scott- Thanks for the additional info on this rifle (first asked about as question 807 in September 1997). As I mentioned before it was my late Uncle's and is in excellent condition. Why does this '1873' model have this style bayonet. The tip has a pencil tip with a cross in it. The rifle is marked as a Model 1873 but it has the round pencil type bayonet. The rear sight is a Buffington -third variation. The barrel markings are as follows v p p. 45-70 Rod Bayonet Rifleįurther info on #807 SWP cartouche on stock. If you have a question about firearms and you want it posted on this page click here.Ĭlick here to go to the question and answer monthly index.Ĭlick here to go to the question and answer subject index.
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