This video examines an experimental .30-40 Krag chambered Trapdoor Springfield, a reproduction used as a baseline in 1890s US Army magazine rifle trials. Despite its appearance, it featured unique sights and a smaller bore. While surprisingly accurate, the Trapdoor action proved unreliable with high-pressure smokeless loads, leading to its limited adoption.
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