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 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 serial number "20141" marked on the left side of the receiver, correct dual strap front barrel band and one-piece slotted cleaning rod, correctly has no hold open pin on the bolt, and transitional bolt sleeve. Model 1896 replacement stock marked with a "JSA/1896" inspection cartouche with angled corners on the left of the wrist, circled script "P" behind the trigger guard, buttplate without compartment door (stock has cavity cut for a compartment) and butt with curved toe, and has been modified for use with the Model 1892 front band with cleaning rod. Early Model 1892 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 II metal scabbard (modified so the belt hook can rotate 360 degrees), period leather sling, and brass muzzle cover. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Very good, retaining more than half the period refinished blue over with some scattered light pitting. Stock is very fine with attractive raised grain, some scratches and dents, defined grasping grooves, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is fine with sharp edges and some light pitting, scabbard is also fine, and sling is very good with some light aging.