Springfield Firearms

According to research by Waite and Ernst (The Trapdoor Springfield), your 1873 was manufactured in the last quarter (Oct/Dec) 1873. The number '25' on the stock is probably a rifle rack number so that it could quickly be placed back where it belonged in an arms room.

Almost certainly it does. Most common would be full/modified, though some were made (I believe) in modified/improved cylinder. There have been a few that are cylinder bore right from the factory, or so I have been told. These would be "coach guns", which most often have short barrels. Choke is a relationship of the inside muzzle diameter to the inside diameter of the rest of the barrel. A choke guage, commonly found at any gun shop can give you an idea of the choking, but because it is based upon an educated guess, it is not perfect. A gunsmith can measure the inside diameters and make a determination for you, but the best way is to actually take the gun to a range and pattern it. Bear in mind that the choke is only one aspect of pattern determination... a most important aspect, but only one. Other factors are size of shot, brand of shell, type of shot, type of powder and other factors not yet well understood by man. I don't think I have ever seen a Savage/Stevens 311 that is actually marked as to what choke the barrels have. There is also the possibility that the choke(s) was modified as the 311 series has been out of production for a while now. My suggestion is to take it out and shoot it to see how it performs.

Brownells has pretty much every part known to man. If they don't have it, try the manufacturer

If the fibers of the wood have been cut, as opposed to being dented, then the wood cannot be raised at that point. If just depressed or dented you can try placing a damp cloth (after the finish has been removed) over the damaged area and a hot iron over that. The steam generated can sometimes swell the wood back to its original level. As for the finish you should probably read up on the subject & determine what you want prior to attempting. Most large book stores have books that cover the subject.

We have specialized in stock restoration and repair for 20+ years and have done a couple of Beretta Silver Snipes. I personally own one that my father gave me when I was 16 so I will go to some extra length to help you out here.

The first precaution I can offer is that when you remove the butt stock be sure to use masking tape around the screwdriver shaft. Build up the diameter of the shaft to insure that it centers with the bored hole in the stock to prevent the screwdriver bit from jumping off of the screw head as it will become wedged and split your stock. There are no replacement stocks currently available and it would be relatively expensive to have it duplicated and checkered. The wood finish process used by Beretta included a wood stain applied prior to the finish unlike the pre 64 Remingtons and Winchester that had the stain in the finish. I would suggest Laurel Mountain Forge stain (walnut) if you are trying to achieve the original color but an old English red looks very nice. For finish I would suggest Classic Gun stock Finish by Pilkington. Both can be purchased from Brownells. Be sure and closely follow the 1000 word instructions that come with the finish.

Strip the old finish then wash the wood down a couple times with lacquer thinner. Whisker the wood by wetting it with distilled water which will raise the grain. Cut the wiskers off with 400 grip gold paper. You can raise any dents where the wood fibers are not broken with a cloth wetted with distilled water and an iron applied on top. The steam will raise the dents as wood fibers have a memory. Any gouges can be filled with walnut wood filler. You may have to gain the repairs with a gaining pencil to help blend them. Stain the wood and apply the finish per the directions that comes with the Pilkington finish. It is a sanded in finish meaning you will be filling the grain as you apply the finish in multiple coats. If you don't use Pilkington's you may need to use grain filler (walnut color) before staining. Lastly, during the wood refinishing process would be a good time to have the metal re-blued if it requires it. The Beretta Silver Snipe had a rust blue rather than a dip and ship hot blue. Rust blue is more expensive but much more durable. Good luck with your restorations.

$125 0r so depends on condition & Location

I think that springfield Missouri got its name from other Springfields

This would highly depend on where you are.

Most states have no firearm registration of any kind. Registration on the federal level is illegal. In the absence of registration, there is no history.

According to the Blue Book at oldguns.net, it is grouped under "general guns worth less than $100.00"

Springfield model 1884 Serial number 433887 Is in a high production point that could mean during a war or company demand. however if the stock under the barrel extends to the end of the metal berral it's a cadet could bring $1,300 to $1600 if in good condition HOWEVER a short stock under the barrel indicates its a special worth depending on condition around $2,0000. The 1885 is a later model production pushing around $800. as well depending if files or paiperwork under old history that is of rare luck due to all the lost records during the erra. if there military the value of war history increases the value expecially if used in the hands of a noticed user sutch as a General or a leutennant. Try to find a collector for an appraise. hope this wass a litle helpfull. Mynes an 1884 model#449641. by the way hard to pull the hammer back ain't it....

three clicks.

$100-$150 sales@countrygunsmith.net

I know of none on the market.

Try these sources: Numerich gunpartscorp.com

Jack First jackfirstgun.com

Bob's Gun Shop gun-parts.com

Single action (SA) A single-action trigger, sometimes single-action only, performs the single action of releasing the hammer or striker to discharge the firearm each time the trigger is pulled. Almost all rifles and shotguns use this type of trigger. Single-action semi-automatic pistols require that the hammer be cocked before the first round is fired. Once the first round is fired the automatic movement of the slide cocks the hammer for each subsequent shot. The pistol, once cocked, can be fired by pulling the trigger once for each shot until the magazine is empty. The M1911 is a single-action pistol that functions in this manner. Double action (DA) Invented by Robert Adams, a double-action trigger performs two functions when pulling the trigger, first cocking the hammer then releasing it to discharge the firearm. When this term is applied to revolvers, the trigger also rotates the cylinder. Though this is technically a third action, it is correct to refer to the mechanism as double-action. Most pistols and revolvers with a double-action trigger mechanism retain the single action functionality: See the Double action/Single action (DA/SA) description below.

there are 13 cities, 11 towns, and 14 townships

Springfield city, Ohio

Springfield city, Oregon

Springfield city, South Dakota

Springfield city, Tennessee

Springfield city, Florida

Springfield city, Georgia

Springfield city, Illinois

Springfield city, Kentucky

Springfield city, Massachusetts

Springfield city, Michigan

Springfield city, Minnesota

Springfield city, Missouri

Springfield city, Nebraska

Springfield town, Colorado

Springfield town, Dane County, Wisconsin

Springfield town, Jackson County, Wisconsin

Springfield town, Louisiana

Springfield town, Marquette County, Wisconsin

Springfield town, Otsego County, New York

Springfield town, Penobscot County, Maine

Springfield town, South Carolina

Springfield town, St. Croix County, Wisconsin

Springfield town, Sullivan County, New Hampshire

Springfield town, Windsor County, Vermont

Springfield township, Bradford County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Burlington County, New Jersey

Springfield township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

Springfield township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Erie County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Kalkaska County, Michigan

Springfield township, Mercer County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Springfield township, Oakland County, Michigan

Springfield township, Union County, New Jersey

Springfield township, York County, Pennsylvania

Made 1935-39. Currently there is little collector interest & value. But interest in vintage .22's is a growing collector field and values may slowly rise as a result. Value as per 2005 "Gun Traders Guide" are: EX; condition= $150. Gd.= $70.

I am not sure about the 410 but a 12ga. is anywhere from $400 to $200 depending on the condition. I have just researched this and found that it is a model 330 made between 1926-1935. Hope this helps.

what is it worth 95 percent plus condition yes

Yes.

High Standard - the manufacturer

The original settlement was founded in 1820 by John Kelly and was named Calhoun after senator John C. Calhoun. The name was changed to Springfield in 1832 after the senator fell from public favour.

where can i find a clip for a 22 cal springfield model 56

Have it examined by a good gunsmith

1967

When there are no rounds in the chamber and the clip removed Pull the slide back and lock it in the open position. Now on the left side toward the front is another small lever. When the slide is in open position you will see a groove for that lever to be turned up 90 degrees, do so.CHECK AGAIN that there are absolutely no bullets in the gun!! Pull back on the slide slightly, push down your slide lock, and gently let forward. At this point pull the trigger and move slide Forward.