UBERTI SPRGFIELD TRPDOR CARB 45-70/22

Overview

Uberti Springfield Trapdoor Carbine Features The Uberti Springfield Trapdoor Carbine .45-70 recreates the short half-stocked pattern first issued to cavalry units following the introduction of the 1873 Trapdoor rifle system. Designed for mounted use the carbine was lighter and more maneuverable than the full-length infantry rifle yet retained the same hinged breechblock action and .45-70 chambering that defined the Army's new service firearm. Carbines like this accompanied Custer's 7th Cavalry to the Battle of the Little Bighorn forever linking the model with one of the most significant events of the American frontier. This reproduction maintains the traditional proportions and smooth operation expected of a historic single-shot rifle. Its satin walnut stock pairs cleanly with blue-steel components and a case-hardened breechblock resulting in an authentic cavalry-era presentation. The 22 barrel keeps the carbine responsive and easy to shoulder while the six-groove 1:20 right-hand twist provides reliable stabilization for .45-70 bullets across a wide range of loads. Measuring 41.3 overall and weighing 7.3 pounds the Trapdoor Carbine delivers agile well-balanced handling that echoes the original military design. Uberti Springfield Trapdoor Carbine Specifications Manufacturer: Uberti Model: Springfield Trapdoor Carbine Caliber: .45-70 Barrel Length: 22 Barrel: Round Barrel Finish: Blue Steel Frame Finish: Case-Hardened Stock Material: A-Grade Satin Walnut Buttplate: Blue Steel Number of Grooves: 6 Twist Rate: 1:20 RH Overall Length: 41.3 Avg. Weight: 7.3 lbs