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Lot 424: Two U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Rifles

Two U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 424: Two U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Rifles

Two U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1898 Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-40 Krag
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 4361
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 92
Class: Antique
Description:

Blade front and tangent rear sights, with standard markings on the left side of the receiver. Smooth straight grip stock, with a crisp "J.S.A./1898" cartouche on the left side, "51" over a script "P" on underside of wrist and leather sling. With a brass muzzle cover.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The rifle retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The receiver retains traces of original case colors in the protected areas with the balance a mottled gray patina. There is limited minor pitting. The wood is fine with a few minor handling marks. The cartouche is crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1898 Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-40 Krag
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 4361
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 92
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blade front and tangent rear sights, with standard markings on the left side of the receiver. Smooth straight grip stock, with a crisp "J.S.A./1903" cartouche on the left side behind an ordnance cartouche over "HH", "46" over a script "P" on underside of wrist and canvas sling. With a brass muzzle cover.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The rifle retains traces of original blue finish in the protected areas with the balance a smooth gray patina. The receiver retains areas of silvered out case colors. The wood is fine with a mismatched color handguard, some minor dings, pressure dents and scratches along with long deep dents on the right side of the forearm. Mechanically fine.



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