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Lot 412:Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1899 Krag Carbine

December 2nd, 2011|Rock Island, IL

Lot 412:Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1899 Krag Carbine

December 2nd, 2011|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,600 - $2,500

Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1899 Krag Carbine

Serial number correctly falls into the carbine serial number range (222609-362256). Blade front sight with hood marked "C" on the left side and tangent rear sight graduated from 1 to 23 with "C" marked on the left side of the base. The left side of the receiver is marked "U.S. / MODEL 1899. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 342407". Mounted with a straight grip half stock with matching hand guard and steel buttplate with compartment, (cleaning rod not included). The left side of the stock is stamped with a sharp "JSA / 1901" cartouche, with a small stamped "AL" and an encircled "P" on the bottom of the wrist.

ConditionFine. The barrel retains 50% original blue finish with a smooth plum patina on the balance. The receiver shows 40% of the original case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The trigger guard retains 70% original blue finish with moderate pitting and smooth brown patina on the balance. The buttplate has a brown patina with some minor oxidation. The stock is excellent with a few overall scattered minor dings, dents and handling marks. Crisp and clear markings. The action is excellent.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1899 Carbine

TypeCarbine

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge30-40 Krag

Barrel22 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL