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U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:700.00 USD Estimated At:NA
U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory
serial #97122, 30-40 Krag, 30'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 97-98% original blue with some wear to gray patina at the muzzle. The receiver and left side plate show a beautiful silvery-gunmetal patina with fine oxidation. The loading gate has toned to a blend of light and dark gray patina with light handling marks and spots of moderate oxidation. The barrel bands, triggerguard, and buttplate retain perhaps 40% original blue with the balance toning to a blend of light and dark gray patina with scattered spots of light oxidation and light handling marks. The bolt is mostly bright with some fine oxidation staining on the knob. The smooth walnut stock and handguard rate very good plus with the expected light handling marks. The circled ''P'' firing proof and 1898-dated cartouche are crisp and clear. The sights including the Model 1898 rifle rear sight are intact, and the action is characteristically smooth. All parts appear to be fully functional and correct. (31A11738-RC7) {ANTIQUE} [John Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)