Recent content by easternagt

Eureka Gentlemen, I beg your indulgence. After a more careful inspection of the 1874 rear sight, I realized the darned thing could be adjusted for windage. Mine was "out of the notch" slightly to the right. Problem solved. Now to work on that little "elevation" issue.

Took it out on Thanksgiving Day and put 50 rounds through it. Only had 50 yards to play in and was using 29 grains of H4198 with 300 grain LFP's. Grouped 2 holes touching, third was an inch out. Problem is that it shoots about 3 inches to the right. With front & rear sights pinned, I wonder if...

TD Well guys, I reckon that I've got what I've got. The metal looks really good, with just a fleck or two, and I'm gonna really enjoy blasting away with it.I checked for the letter "B" on the left side of the rear sight and discovered that mine has the letter "R" stamped there. Que Paso? The...

Trapdoor Yes, there is a hole for the rod in the stock. Well, i bought it for a shooter, not an investment, so I'm content to know what I've got and just enjoy it. The fella I got it from said his dad had it for years and the trail ends there. I really do appreciate everyone's consideration...

Photos of my mystery rifle Doing this by trial & error, so hope the pics come through. Maybe I used the wrong term for the rear sight.

Just bought a Model 1873 Springfield Trapdoor in marvelous condition, but it's a bit on the odd side. Serial number 1933xx, so I know it's 1882 production, stock cartouche matches (1882). However, it's a 32" barrel on a carbine stock that has had the saddle ring fittings removed. Rear sight is...