Hi Everyone,
I was just at my LGS and he had what appeared to be an 1888 Trapdoor Springfield. I'm not real sure on the type, but from the photos I've seen of a bayonet/cleaning rod, and how it's retained on the barrel, it looks like an 1888.
The stock is in good shape, with a visable cartouch and "P". The barrel and receiver look pretty good, too, but they do appear to be reblued.
My dealer want's about $750 for it, but I think I could knock it down a few bucks (we're on good terms). Is $750 (or thereabouts) a good price, or should it be a lower due to the refinished parts.
I'm usually pretty good at pricing, but the really antique stuff always throws me.
Thanks.
I was just at my LGS and he had what appeared to be an 1888 Trapdoor Springfield. I'm not real sure on the type, but from the photos I've seen of a bayonet/cleaning rod, and how it's retained on the barrel, it looks like an 1888.
The stock is in good shape, with a visable cartouch and "P". The barrel and receiver look pretty good, too, but they do appear to be reblued.
My dealer want's about $750 for it, but I think I could knock it down a few bucks (we're on good terms). Is $750 (or thereabouts) a good price, or should it be a lower due to the refinished parts.
I'm usually pretty good at pricing, but the really antique stuff always throws me.
Thanks.