{"product_id":"original-u-s-springfield-model-1896-krag-jorgensen-rifle-arsenal-converted-to-saddle-ring-carbine-serial-86306-made-in-1897","title":"Original U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag–Jørgensen Rifle Arsenal Converted to Saddle-Ring Carbine serial 86306 - Made in 1897","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very interesting example of a Springfield Krag–Jørgensen Carbine, which began life as a full length M1896 rifle, and since then looks to have had a long history. It measures approximately 41 ⅝ inches (1,057 mm) in overall length with a 22-inch (560 mm) barrel, and still has an intact saddle ring and sight guard barrel band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are not sure why it was converted to a carbine, but it was definitely done at arsenal, as the muzzle of the barrel has the crown on the edges, and was not simply cut down. It was fitted with a new stock, front sight, and rear sight. Looking at the top of the barrel, it looks like it at one time had a longer M1899 hand guard installed, most likely with the correct rear sight. This was later removed, a M1892 rear sight fitted, and a barrel band sight guard installed. The handguard was either replaced, or modified into the handguard that is equipped now. Really an interesting example!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe The Springfield Model 1892–99 Krag–Jørgensen rifle is a Norwegian-designed bolt-action rifle that was adopted in 1892 as the standard United States Army military longarm, chambered in U.S. caliber .30-40 Krag. All versions and variants were manufactured under license by the Springfield Armory between 1892 and 1903 and famously served as the longarm during the Spanish–American War. Although Krags were popular, unique and efficient, the side loading gate mechanism was slow and cumbersome to reload in combat compared to the clip loaded Spanish Mausers the Krag was up against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Model 1896 is an improvement over the original 1892 model. It had a magazine cut-off operated in the down position had a cleaning rod that was stored in the butt trap, which mean that even the carbine model would have a cleaning rod. The production tolerances were also improved, resulting in an overall better firearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur example is stamped on the receiver:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMODEL 1896. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY. 86306\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch reveals that serial number \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e86306\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e dates the time of manufacture to the end of 1897, which is part of U.S. fiscal year 1898. This was not long before the M1898 was patterned and the markings on the receiver changed. All model 1896 rifles and carbines were produced prior to 1899, and are federally considered antiques. The stock is fitted with a M1896 solid smooth buttplate with a curved toe and butt-trap, which is empty. The handguard meets the front edge of the receiver, surrounding the M1892 pattern rear sight. These are very desirable as a U.S. military service rifle as most of these rifles saw heavy use in the Spanish-American War and early 1900s until the development of the M1903 rifle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stocks are really in great condition, showing very little wear, and they have a great dark red brown color. This is only achieved after decades, and seen on the linseed oil dipped walnut used by the U.S. armories during the period. The stock is still marked with a nice circled \u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e proof behind the trigger guard, indicating the barrel has passed the overpressure testing. It also has a clear \"boxed\" stock inspection cartouche that reads \u003cstrong\u003eJSA \/ 1898\u003c\/strong\u003e, for inspector J. S. Adams. This is most likely from when the stock was originally produced, and not from the conversion, which probably happened during the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork condition is very good with a lightly worn gray patina to the receiver area, while the barrel still retains much of the original blued finish. The bolt is still bright steel, and the ejector on top still has a good amount of the blue-purple \"niter blued\" finish, with the rest faded to gray. The saddle ring bar is present on the left side of the stock, with an intact saddle ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe action works smoothly and all components have a nice finish, with slight oxidation on the bright areas. It cycles well, with a crisp dry fire, and functional magazine cutoff and bolt safety. The magazine opens, though it sticks a bit when the follower is retracting. The bore is in very good condition, showing a bright finish with clear lands and grooves. There is just a bit of wear, making this a really nice example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very nice example of the standard turn of the 20th century U.S. Service rifle, arsenal converted to a cavalry carbine. Ready to display!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1897\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .30-40 Krag\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 22 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 41 ⅝ Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Bolt-Action\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 5 round side loaded magazine\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41949473439813,"sku":"ONSV24FMS056","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV24FMS056__01.jpg?v=1723841379","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-springfield-model-1896-krag-jorgensen-rifle-arsenal-converted-to-saddle-ring-carbine-serial-86306-made-in-1897","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}