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Springfield - Krag Jorgensen Carbine – Model 1898
Guns International #: 101573845 Seller's Inventory #: Krag Jorgensen Carbine (1899)
Category: Springfield Rifles - Antique - Military Rifles - US
Seller's Information
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Seller: As-issued-collector
Member Since: 12/19/20
First Name: James
Last Name: Christman
State: Florida
Zip: 33708
Country: United States
Phone: (727) 560-8560
Number of Active Listings: 6
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Returns may be possible? If there is a specific concern / reason expressed and documented PRIOR to purchase.
Payment Types Accepted: Money Order --Cashiers Check -- Personal Check Up to 5 to 10 days after receipt).
Description:
Krag Jorgensen Carbine – M1898
Overview:
Purchased directly from the owner in 1968 and he said that it had always been in his residents for years but I don’t recall for how many years. Since then, it has always been displayed in a temperature / humidity-controlled environment. And only lightly cleaned and oiled by me.
General Description
The fit and finish is very good. And the bolt action is tight and very smooth. The stock is very good condition. Some minor blemishes, pressure marks and scratches. The bluing is +90%. The butt plate shows some rust, but nowhere else.
Details:
The serial number correctly falls into the carbine range (222609-362256). The cartouche is clearly dated 1898, so, probably a very early model 1899? A circled stylized script "P" is stamped behind the trigger guard. The left side receiver markings are crisp and not blurred. The stock meets every description that I can find, for an “as-issued” Carbine. The blade front sight is mounted on the correct high stud. The rear sight ladder is graduated from 02 to 20. A “c’ is stamped on the right side.
Only age-appropriate moderate patina on the bright metal. There is very moderate oil residue build-up in the creases and tight areas. I was careful not to over clean to keep the condition original to the purchase date. The barrel is bright and shiny, throughout and never fired since purchased.
The barrel retains much of the bluing. And this sometimes suggests an arsenal refinish? But it doesn’t have the black oil quenched case color refinish / rebuilt look, and, the markings on the left side of the receiver are crisp and clear. Not muddled, like an arsenal refinished example.
There are a lot of Krag enthusiast out there if you see an error or misidentification corrections and / or comments would be very welcome. Because it is important to get this description, as accurate and complete as possible.
Applies to all listings:
In 2002, the entire collection was professionally removed from wood and inspected for condition, then cleaned, lubricated and reassembled, by a very experienced and professional Gunsmith. All received a clean bill of health and were considered to be in much better condition than appropriate for the age. Because I am interested in maintaining as much of the original condition as possible, they have only been lightly cleaned and oiled by me. Because of this, most rifles have some oil build-up in the tight places. The entire collection has never out of a temperature-humidity, controlled environment. Most post 1920 guns have been fired by a qualified gunsmith or range master, for reliability, functionality and safety confirmation. I have fired a few, limited to a total of <200 rounds.
Firearms that are equipped for them have as-issued correct Bayonet and Scabbards, in very good condition. Most have period correct: Slings, clips and / or removable magazines. All have the expected stampings and / or cartouches. As far as I know, there are no reproduction replacement parts in this collection! Some Government Arsenal Reconditions are included with clear markings of this reconditioning, and these are identified in the listing.
Based on my knowledge, all firearms are mechanically sound and complete. However, I am NOT warranting them as safe to fire. This must be determined by a qualified range master or gunsmith. All firearms are offered as collector’s items only. Seller does not accept responsibility as to the shooting safety or reliability of any firearm. The be really clear, a thorough inspection should be conducted by an experienced, reliable gunsmith / rangemaster, before even considering firing any gun.
Specific descriptions related to a Firearms are based on knowledge at the time of the listing.
No Firearm is intentionally misrepresented and they are described as accurately and to the best of my ability, as possible. Please make your own determinations. A 3rd party, totally independent gunsmith. Is available for consultation / condition confirmation, at the buyer’s expense. Or, if you have a contact in the Tampa Bay Florida area, I’ll take it to them. I am available to take phone inquiries. Between 9AM & 6 PM. Most days.
Abiding by and meeting any and all: City, state or federal regulations regarding the purchase or owning of firearms, or any item related to the firearm. Such as clips, magazines, bayonets or any item listed or sold with the firearm, is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to abide by.
The Buyer must have a valid Driver’s License and complete the Florida Individual Person: Firearm & Ammunition Transfer Disclosure Document, for every sale? It only takes about 5 minutes to complete and besides it is a good thing for the Buyer to have because it provides the source of the rifle for the Buyer. My complete contact information, DL and Carry Permit numbers are on this form. Because an FFL dealer is the only person in the transaction that understands the regulations and laws of the Buyer’s state/city etc.; I will only ship to an FFL License, and the FFL Holder will need to contact me and provide a copy of the license, or at least the license number prior to shipping.
All taxes, fees, insurance, customs and / or any other non-firearm specific regulations, related to the listing is the responsibility of the buyer or buyer’s representative
Thank you for your understanding and agreement.
Price: $2,950.00
Rifle Caliber: .30-40 Krag
Manufacturer: Springfield
Model: 1898 Krag
Condition: Very Good