SN: 449803. Manufactured April-June of 1889 by Springfield Armory, chambered in .45-70 Government. 22” round barrel. Bore is frosty noted in grooves, rifling remains strong. Barrel is thinning to brown/grey patina with traces of original bluing in protected areas. Factory markings on breach and lock remain sharp and legible. Stock shows heavy usage and handling wear, with heavy wood loss noted on the right side. Custom butt-plate was installed.