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Rare U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Carbine by Springfield Armory

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Rare U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Carbine by Springfield Armory
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serial #128034, .30-40 Krag, 22'' barrel with a bright, very fine bore showing light frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. With only 5,000 produced, the Model 1898 carbine is the rarest and most sought-after of the Krag series of carbines. The barrel retains about 95% arsenal blue, with some scattered spots of light oxidation staining, mild fading, and scattered light handling marks. The buttplate metal has worn to a silvery patina with fine oxidation staining, scattered pinprick pitting, and surface markings. The triggerguard retains some of its original blue, with the exterior of the bow toning to gray. The receiver, barrel band, and left side plate display a beautiful silvery gunmetal patina with fine oxidation. The loading gate metal surfaces have toned to a blend of light and dark gray patina, with spots of light oxidation. The bolt also shows a nice silvery gunmetal finish with moderate oxidation on the knob. The American black walnut Model 1898 carbine stock and handguard are rated as very good to excellent, with a few light handling marks, and the sling bar and ring remain intact. There is a circled ''P'' firing proof and a ''97'' inspection stamp behind the triggerguard, with the stock otherwise unmarked. The original sights are intact, a 2-piece cleaning rod is stored in the trap buttstock, and the action appears to function well mechanically. This is a rare piece to add to your Krag collection. (31A1178-RC6) {ANTIQUE} [John Micavich Collection] (2500/3500)