Manufactured in 1896, the second year of production, it is one of approximately 5,000 of the desirable early "flatside" Model 1895 rifles. Two-line address on top of the barrel between the sights, "30 U.S." at the breech, and model designation on the upper tang. Fitted with pinned German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth schnabel tip forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

Very good, retains 30% original blue finish, concentrated mainly on the barrel, and traces of original case colors on the hammer with the balance a mottled grey-brown patina with some light spotting along the length of the barrel. The reoiled wood is also very good with light dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.