Original Item: Only One Available. This is great example of the very hard to find  Springfield Model 1896 Krag–Jørgensen Carbine. Unlike most examples, this was not upgraded later to 1902 standards, or fitted with a saddle ring. This unfortunately means that it did not have any chance to serve in a Cavalry Unit during the last days of mounted infantry, but it is still a great example.

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. This example was further updated at arsenal, with an M1898 model sight and handguard, though we do not think any other updates were made.

Our example is stamped on the receiver:

Research reveals that serial number 46608 dates to year of manufacture of 1896, the second half of the year, which is part of U.S. Fiscal Year 1897. Springfield Armory produced 7941 M1896 carbines this 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 meets the front edge of the receiver fitted with the correct pattern rear sight. This is surrounded by the correct hand guard, with a wooden sight protector carved into the front. The stock is fitted with a M1896 solid smooth buttplate with a curved toe and butt-trap. The tools made to fit inside are unfortunately not present .It still features the original 22 inch barrel, and has not been modified from the original issue configuration.

Metal condition is good, with most of the original finish present, and just a bit of wear and oxidation. The stock and handguard are in good condition as well, with the stock having a lovely light brown color. It was arsenal reconditioned and refinished at some point, which unfortunately has removed all of the stock cartouches.

The bore is in very good condition, with clear lands and grooves and a bright finish, with some wear and darkening in the grooves. 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: 1896
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.