1884 Trapdoor question

[Chance]

Saw a Springfield 1884 45/70 trapdoor in Cabelas today.  60-70% but the rifling looked good, asking price $540.00.  I know this is not a lot of info but, just off hand, does the price sound reasonable for an old shooter?
Thanks

[John Traveler]

Like everything else that is old and collectible, the prices have gone up.  In my limited experience, Cabellas is always on the high end for resaleof used guns.  The last Trapdoor M1884 I bought was in Maryland in 2003 and was $375 for antique V.G. condition.

[Nobade]

If it is all correct then that is a very good price. Around here (Albuquerque) they're worth 800-1000 in comparable shape. But only if it's all there and has all the correct parts.

[Chance]

Thanks guys.  And, yes Cabela's is generally high for used guns but I have bought a few at the Glendale, AZ store at very good prices.  Just never know.  The trapdoor is in used condition with a repaired crack in the forearm, what may be a new hammer screw and there is not much bluing left.  Not sure what the front sight is supposed to look like but it may be a replacement.  Rear ladder sight is original, trapdoor and reciever look very good. 

From handling and inspecting the rifle I feel it could be safely fired.  I have a lot of 300 gr bullets loaded up in front of 10 and 12 grains of Unique which, I think, should be a safe load. 

[Swampman]

Frequently the bores are oversized.  Make sure your bullets won't drop all the way through the barrel.