Original Item: Only One Available. This is great example of the very hard to find  Springfield Model 1896 Krag–Jørgensen Carbine. Unlike most examples, this was not upgraded later to 1902 standards, and still is in the original configuration as issued.

It measures approximately 41 inches (1,042 mm) in overall length with a 22-inch (560 mm) barrel. The 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.

The 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.

Our example is stamped on the receiver:

Research reveals that serial number 58783 dates to year of manufacture of 1896, the second half of the year, which is part of U.S. Fiscal Year 1897. Springfield Armory produced 7941 M1896 carbines this year. All model 1896 rifles and carbines were produced 1898 and prior, and are federally considered antiques.

The Carbine Model 1896 features features the later bolt with the extractor with pin and the receiver is machined to work with the pin. The handguard meets the front edge of the receiver fitted with the correct pattern M1896 rear sight. This is surrounded by the correct hand guard, with the barrel band sight guard directly in front to protect it. The stock is fitted with a M1896 solid smooth buttplate with a curved toe and butt-trap. As an added treat, this carbine comes with the three piece cleaning rod and oiler installed! It still features the original 22 inch barrel, and has not been modified from the original issue configuration.

Metal condition is good, with most of the original finish present, and just a bit of wear and oxidation. The stock and handguard are in good condition as well, with the stock having a lovely aged dark brown color. It was arsenal reconditioned and refinished at some point, which unfortunately has removed all of the stock cartouches. The saddle ring fitting is in good shape, with an intact ring.

The bore is in very good condition, with clear lands and grooves and a bright finish, with almost no wear. The carbine cycles nicely, and appears to be fully functional.

A great chance to pick up a hard to find U.S. military carbine! Ready to display!

Specifications-

Year of Manufacture: 1896
Caliber:  .30-40 Krag
Cartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge
Barrel Length: 22 Inches
Overall Length: 41 Inches
Action type: Bolt-Action
Feed System: 5 round side loaded magazine

Note: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre, so we are no able to ship to the United Kingdom. Please note that for international shipping, these MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services.

Note: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre, so we are no able to ship these to the United Kingdom.

IMA considers all of our antique guns as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns made prior to 1899. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering because they are not legally considered firearms. No FFL, C&R or any license is required to possess, transport, sell or trade Antique guns. All rifles and muskets sold by IMA that were manufactured prior to 1899 are considered Antiques by the US BATF (United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms). Therefore, all of IMA's Antique guns may be shipped to all US States and most nations around the world.

These antique guns are not sold in "live" condition. They are sold as collector's items or as "wall hangers". Any attempt at restoring an antique gun to be operational is strongly discouraged and is done so at the risk of the customer. By purchasing an antique gun from IMA you thereby release IMA, its employees and corporate officers from any and all liability associated with use of our Antique guns.

Pre-1899 Manufacture, no licenses required, allowed to ship to almost any deliverable address across the globe. Please note that for international shipping, these MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services.