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Springfield. Model 1892/94 Krag 30-40 cal. SN: 5147

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 600.00 USD
Springfield. Model 1892/94 Krag 30-40 cal. SN: 5147
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Rifle. Bolt-Action. This is a rare, 4 digit serial numbered 1892 Krag Infantry Rifle that has been sporterized. Stamped "U.S. Springfield Armory 1894" followed by the serial number. Barrel has been shortened to 25.5" and ramped post/bead front sight added. Rear sight removed. A vintage Lyman, adjustable peep sight has been mounted on the rear of the receiver. Sight has "Running deer" logo and a 11-1911 Patent date, Rare sight. Original stock has been modified by shortening, checkering the pistol grip, and forming the forearm into a schnabel shape. Correct rounded bolt cut out. Cleaning rod channel has been plugged with wood. Original buttplate with trapdoor. Feint inspectors cartouche above the trigger on the left side. Bore is good with strong rifling. Action is smooth/tight. Blued finish is about 30% with most on the barrel and chamber. Blue has dulled with the rest turning a gray/brown patina. Wood is very good as modified with minor scratches/dings. Brown leather Hunter sling attached. A professional job, but might be worth restoring to a 1892. NRA Condition-Good as restored. Antique Firearm.