Trapdoor Rifles

Howdy, I am hoping to resurrect this post. This rifle's origin has stumped me. As you can see, I fat-fingered the original serial number. It should be 132586. The numbers appear individually hand stamped - thoughts? Also, notice the rectangle blemish to the upper right of the serial number. Thanks a...

Thanks John. The serial number is on the trap. I have attached some photos of the serial number and identifying marks. Please take note of the unusual square blemish pattern at the upper right side of the serial number. I have found no reference to this serial number in the 1884 ranges. Take care. Tom

Greetings! I have owned a Springfield model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle for twenty years. The rifle was passed down through the family since at the latest 1900. My wife’s great-grandfather was a guard at the Montana Penitentiary for many years during that time. I am unaware of how the rifle came into the fa...