How much is a 1873 u.s.springfeild black powder gun worth?

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It depends entirely on the condition that it is in. How much of the Original finish, if any, is still on the gun? Is there any cartouches on the stock? Is the bore/rifling in good shape? Is the ladder sight present and does it work? Are the accoutrement's (cleaning rod, bayonet, cartridge pouch) with the rifle. Honestly, the price could vary any where from a few hundred dollars to six or seven thousand.


This gun is refered to as the 1873 Springfield Trap Door .45-70.


I have one in relatively poor collector condition that I paid $800.00 for last year.How much is a 1873 u.s.springfeild black powder gun worth?
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Yep, they made these by the boatload. When I was a kid, you could buy them for less than $20.00





2 years ago, I saw one at an auction that was in 'not too bad' condition, fully shootable. Some nicks and scratches, 1/2 the blue gone, etc. Went for around $500.





Must have some historic significance to be worth anything, really. It's not George Custer's personal carbine is it? If so, I'd like to see it. Tell me where you live and when you'll be home. ;- )