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Offline Aardvark

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Springfield Trapdoor
« on: November 25, 2007, 04:41:27 PM »
I don't have too much to comment yet but I just bought a Model 1873 Springfield Trapdoor 45-70.
I am sure I will be addressing issues and just thought I'd open a thread for those interested.
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Re: Springfield Trapdoor
« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2007, 04:56:42 PM »
Sounds like you need to get out to the range. I for one is very interested in this rifle and wish I had one.
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Re: Springfield Trapdoor
« Reply #2 on: December 02, 2007, 03:46:17 AM »
I once had an H&R Officer's Model, but sold it after a few range sessions & picked up a B-78 .45-70 instead.

I found that the Springfield's long lock time was having a negative effect on my shooting/accuracy.
YMMV, of course.
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Re: Springfield Trapdoor
« Reply #3 on: December 31, 2007, 11:57:47 AM »
  New, old, what make? The H&R's are tack drivers.
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Re: Springfield Trapdoor
« Reply #4 on: January 01, 2008, 03:02:41 PM »
Is the Pedersoli model and good?

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Re: Springfield Trapdoor
« Reply #5 on: January 14, 2008, 03:13:21 PM »
Just picked up this puppy a couple weeks ago.  H&R Springfield Calvary model carbine 45-70 Gov't.  Shoots like a dream.  Will probably install a Creedmore sight in the near future.

Looking for handloads if anyone has some to share.

Thanks

Jim




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Re: Springfield Trapdoor
« Reply #6 on: January 22, 2008, 04:05:51 PM »
I saw a Calvary model and an officers model at a gun show in November.  They looked brand new and the guy wanted $595.00 for either one.  I still wonder what they are worth in good, fine, excellent - NRA?  They were the nicest H&R rifles I've ever seen.

Who knows something about them or
 where to find them?

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