This version of Spanish Model was modified from existing stocks of surplus over-runs of Remington .43 Egyptian caliber rifle. Between 1878 and 1882, Remington had no customers for left-over Egyptian contract rifles. They had their agents convert these to .43 Spanish by shortening barrels to 33.875" and reaming chambers to accept smaller dimensions of Spanish cartridge. Most are encountered in well used condition, however, they are easily identified. Aside from shorter barrel length, rear sight is 1" from forward edge of receiver and most have a short combination saber bayonet lug. Also, a small "H" cartouche is found on left receiver, as well as on the flat of the bayonet lug, which indicates Hartley the primary contractor who had the conversions completed. Practically all of these rifles have three-screw retained barrel bands. Those which have two barrel bands and an even shorter 29.125" barrel are rare and 40% should be added to below listed prices.