Z Sold pringfield Model 1873 Carbine Trapdoor

Model: US Model 1873
Serial Number: 140602
Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1880
Caliber: .45-70
Action Type: Trapdoor
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “VP? P" Hard to see but just below sight "Mass". and below that is "US Model 1873" On right side "US Springfield" With Eagle Crest
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Sights / Optics: Ladder sight
Stock Configuration & Condition: Is the correct stock not a cut down.
Type of Finish:
Finish Originality: yes
Bore Condition: Very good bright and shinny.
Overall Condition: The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: excellent
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: A nice honest piece of Cavalry history. As was the practice of the military this arm had the metal and the wood coated with linseed oil. It has hardened into a varnish that has protected the metal and makes it look darker than it is. It would benefit by having that removed and would cause a great difference in upgrading the appearance and make all the markings more readable.