Reportedly, approximately 5,000 Model 1898 carbines were manufactured by Springfield and were the last U.S. military arm to be fitted with a saddle ring. Standard Springfield Armory markings on the left of the receiver including model designation and serial number. Fitted with hooded blade front and 2000 yard, "C" marked folding ladder rear sights, correct Model 1898 handguard, saddle ring on left side of wrist, marked with boxed "JSA/1898" cartouche, circled script "P" on the underside of the wrist, "GDM", George D. Moller Collection marking on the toe of the buttstock, and cleaning rod and oiler in the butt trap. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Very good, retains 60% of the arsenal refurbished blue finish on the barrel and 50% of the dark oil quenched finish on the receiver with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina, primarily on the buttplate and receiver tube. The wood is also very good with a couple minor chips on the forearm, a few scattered minor dings, a small gap at the toe with the buttplate, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.