U.S. Springfield Armory Ramrod Bayonet M1888 Trapdoor Rifle

A scarce U.S. Springfield Armory Ramrod Bayonet M1888 Trapdoor Rifle, chambered in .45-70. Serial # 53787X.  Standard 32-5/8 inch round barrel. Good overall condition, with typical stock dings. Given its high serial number, it was likely produced in 1889. Has the desirable Buffington adjustable rear sight and nondetachable front sight hood. The breechblock is marked Mode 1884, which is correct for Model 1888 rifles. (None had 1888-marked breechblocks.) The bore is far above average for a blackpowder-era rifle. The rifling is sharp and defined. The trigger let-off is typical military weight, but crisp. The leather sling is the correct pattern but appears to be a replica. The cleaning rod/bayonet is in good condition and locks in both the closed and “bayonet” positions.  No legible cartouche. A large arms room rack number “12” is stamped on the stock. All in all, this is a nice honest example of a scarce and desirable variant model. This is a nice, original unaltered rifle that would make a good representative example of a Model 1888 for a collection that can also serve as a practical shooter. (HASL-188)