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Springfield 1896 Krag Carbine .30-40 71278

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Springfield 1896 Krag Carbine .30-40 71278
Carbine. Bolt-Action. U.S. Military issue Spanish American War saddle ring carbine. Side-mounted 5-rd rotary magazine. 22" round barrel, with Front blade, and ladder notch rear sights, no "C" on the rear sight. Blue/case-hardened. Receiver marked "U.S. Model 1896. Springfield Armory 71278" Feint "P" proof behind triggerguard. Feint "JSA 1897 inspectors cartouche on left wrist. Proper rounded bolt cut-out. Bore appears very good/bright. Action is smooth/tight. Barrel has turned a dull blue, with muzzle wear, scratches, and a couple of small corrosion spots near the front sight, Receiver/magazine are in the white. Traces of fire blue on the extractor. Wood is very good overall, except for a 2" crack under the saddle ring, and a couple of small chips above it. NRA Condition-Very Good. Antique Firearm.