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Springfield 1896 Krag Carbine .30-40 cal

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Springfield 1896 Krag Carbine .30-40 cal
SN: 57853 US Military model of 1896, appears to be a cut down rifle, or a carbine in a modified rifle stock. Features 22" barrel, 1896 rear sight (No "C" marking), sling swivels, manual safety. Bore is good condition with strong rifling. Metal shows a thinning blue, turning gray or brown, with bare metal at high spots and bolt body. Wood is very good condition with dents and some gouges. Stock cartouche at wrist visible but hard to read. Evidence of filler plug installation to close the hole created due to the lightening channel in a rifle stock. Appears to have a rifle handguard, with rifle rear band in proper location. Front sight is proper Krag style; brazing is visible. Barrel diameter at muzzle is consistent with a carbine barrel. Three piece cleaning rod in butt trap. Condition is NRA Very Good *** Antique Firearm ***