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Spanish-American War Era U.S. Springfield 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Antique Rifle
Guns International #: 100807146 Seller's Inventory #: 10321
Category: Springfield Rifles - Antique - Military Rifles - Antique
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Antique U.S. Springfield 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle
Original Spanish-American War Era Rifle in .30-40
Here we present an antique U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle, made circa 1896. The Model 1896 was the second Krag rifle produced for the U.S. The design was developed by Norwegian designers Ole Herman Johannes Krag and Erik Jorgensen. It was then adopted by Norway, Denmark and the United States, becoming the first general issue smokeless, small caliber (compared to the 45-70 GOVT), and repeating rifle in U.S. military history.
Several features made this firearm desirable over others of the time. One of these was the integral magazine which could be loaded by simply dumping 5 cartridges into the hinged and spring-loaded box on the right side of the rifle. This made the rifle easy and quick to reload. The second feature was the magazine cutoff, catering to the prevailing philosophy of the day, which was to have riflemen fire and load single shots until the order was given to open up the magazine for rapid fire. This strategy would hold its ground up through the Great War. The most notable conflicts that the U.S. Krag would see were the Spanish-American War in Cuba and the Philippine-American War.
Overall condition is very good. The exterior metal parts are smooth with a little original finish remaining. The markings are clear and legible. The walnut stock is in very nice condition. It is fine grained, smooth and only shows light wear. The left of the butt is marked with a “G”, possibly a designation for G Company or a similar unit marking. The inspector cartouche is visible and appears to bear the initials “JSA” for J. Sumner Adams and the date 1896. The “circle P” mark is visible just behind the trigger guard. The bore is in very good condition. The action is excellent.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Other examples found for $1950!
Barrel is 30 inches in length.
Caliber: 30-40 Krag
Bore is in very good condition. The action is excellent.
Overall condition as seen in photos.
Here is a fantastic Spanish-American War era rifle.
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$1500
#10321
SOLD
Antique: Yes