Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the very hard to find Springfield Model 1896 Krag–Jørgensen Carbine, which definitely looks to have been reconditioned at some point. The metalwork is mostly a very dark blue, and there are definitely signs of buffing to remove past oxidation. This has made the receiver markings somewhat faint, however it also makes this a really great looking example of a Krag carbine.
It measures approximately 41 inches (1,042 mm) in overall length with a 22-inch (560 mm) barrel. The The Springfield Model 1892–99 Krag–Jørgensen rifle is a Norwegian-designed bolt-action rifle that was adopted in 1892 as the standard United States Army military longarm, chambered in U.S. caliber .30-40 Krag. All versions and variants were manufactured under license by the Springfield Armory between 1892 and 1903 and famously served as the longarm during the Spanish–American War. Although Krags were popular, unique and efficient, the side loading gate mechanism was slow and cumbersome to reload in combat compared to the clip loaded Spanish Mausers the Krag was up against.
The Model 1896 is an improvement over the original 1892 model. It had a magazine cut-off operated in the down position had a cleaning rod that was stored in the butt trap, which mean that even the carbine model would have a cleaning rod. The production tolerances were also improved, resulting in an overall better firearm.
Our example is stamped on the receiver (somewhat worn):
Research reveals that serial number 76279 dates to year of manufacture of 1897, the second half of the year, which is part of U.S. Fiscal Year 1898. Springfield Armory produced 14122 M1896 carbines that year. All model 1896 rifles and carbines were produced 1898 and prior, and are federally considered antiques.
The Carbine Model 1896 features features the later bolt with the extractor with pin and the receiver is machined to work with the pin. The handguard on this example looks to be for a later model sight, which was then replaced with the correct model 1896 sight. There is also a rare barrel band sight guard directly in front to protect it. The stock is fitted with a M1896 solid smooth buttplate with a curved toe and butt-trap, which is empty. It still features the original 22 inch barrel, and has not been modified from the original issue configuration.
Metal condition is great, with the reblued finish still dark and shiny throughout. The bolt was left bright, and the bolt handle now has a bit of rust peppering on it. The stocks are in very good condition with a lovely color, though there are no markings, so they were most likely reconditioned at arsenal.
The bore is in very good condition, with clear lands and grooves and a mostly bright finish, with just a bit of fouling in areas. There is wear on the lands, so this is a carbien that saw service, possibly after it was released to the general public. The carbine cycles nicely, and appears to be fully functional.
A great chance to pick up a hard to find U.S. military carbine! Ready to display!
Specifications-
Year of Manufacture: 1897
Caliber: .30-40 Krag
Cartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge
Barrel Length: 22 Inches
Overall Length: 41 Inches
Action type: Bolt-Action
Feed System: 5 round side loaded magazine
Note: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre, so we are no able to ship to the United Kingdom. Please note that for international shipping, these MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services.
- This product is not available for shipping in US state(s): New Jersey
This product is available for international shipping.
Note: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre, so we are no able to ship these to the United Kingdom.
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