The Krag-Jorgensen bolt action was invented by Captain Ole Krag and Erik Jorgensen of Norway around 1886, and variations were adopted by Norway, the Dutch, and of course the United States. Though named "Model 1892" based on the year the design was selected after trials, the First Type Springfield Krag-Jorgensen rifles were manufactured in 1894, and the Second Type rifles came out in late 1894 and 1895. The most readily identifiable difference in the Second Type rifles are the dual strap upper barrel bands. Other aspects were also strengthened or altered throughout production before production shifted to the Model 1896, which had a compartment in the buttstock and other differences. This relatively early Second Type rifle has the correct flat muzzle (not crowned), standard Model 1892 stepped rear sight graduated out to 1,900 yards and not adjustable for windage, "1894." followed by "U.S./SPRINGFIELD ARMORY" and "2989" marked on the left side of the receiver, matching serial number "2989" marked inside the loading gate, no hold open pin on the bolt, a "JSA/1894" cartouche with angled corners, correct dual strap front barrel band and one-piece slotted cleaning rod, circled script "P" behind the trigger guard, thin early style buttplate and butt without curved toe, and handguard that does not extend over the receiver ring. According to records quoted in "The Krag Rifle Story" by Mallory and Olson, only 6,000 of the Model 1892s were not converted to the Model 1896 pattern and "evidently many of these unconverted rifles were lost or destroyed in service or were scrapped, because unaltered Model 1892 rifles are extremely scarce." "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a correct knife bayonet dated "1894", type III metal scabbard, and period leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Very good, retaining strong traces of original blue finish concentrated on the rear sight, extractor, bolt sleeve, and protected areas with the balance a smooth mottled brown and gray patina, and sharp markings. The stock is also very good with defined grasping grooves, some light dings and dents, a chip at the toe, and a nice clear cartouche. Mechanically excellent. A solid example of a very scarce, original U.S. Springfield Krag Model 1892 Second Type rifle.