On top just behind the trapdoor opening. 4 to 6 numbers probably.
On top just behind the trapdoor opening. 4 to 6 numbers probably.
made in 1874. check it out but I think that is what is called a pre-custer carbine and it's value is higher. check it out at: trapdoorcollector.com if I'm right he will make you an offer...............
If you wish to supply the serial number,I can look up the date of manufacture for you.The serial numbers for the Springfield trapdoor rifles and carbines are in the general domain for people to find.
Trapdoor Collectors has a bulletin board where there are people who know all about these rifles.Go to www.armscollectors.com there is a Springfield link there, when you select the weapon type and enter the serial number it will tell you what unit your weapon was issued to: Try http://www.trapdoorcollector.com/
I can say that your Springfield model 1873 trap door rifle was made in the year 1883 with the serial number that you have provided.
if it has the original stock you will find the date on the cartouche left side of grip area.
To find the year that any Winchester gun was made, you just need to know which model it is and what the serial number is (the model number and serial number are stamped on the gun itself). . Then go to this website and it will tell you when it was made: http://oldguns.net/sn_php/winmods.htm
go to: oldguns.net the scroll down on left side til you see 'military' bring that up and look under trapdoor wherein you insert the serial number and the date will be given.....
serial number of thunder
in a basement
You can find a serial number on the SIM tray.
1 - find serial number on weapon 2- find book with serial number data for weapon you have.