Springfield Model 1898 Krag-Jorgensen .30-40 30” Bolt Action Rifle Antique
SOLD FOR: $1,020.00
LSB#: LSB251006CF012
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: 1898
Serial Number: 104929
Year of Manufacture: 1898
Caliber: .30-40 Krag
Action Type: Bolt Action, Fed by Side Mounted Magazine
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “U.S. / MODEL 1898. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY. 104929”. The rear of the bolt handle is marked “S” and “4”. The barrel band is marked “U”.
Barrel Length: 30”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set into a barrel mounted base. The rear sight is a rebuilt 1901 style ladder sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a single piece walnut with a straight grip, wood upper handguard, flared cutout for the bolt handle, finger grooves, barrel band, sling swivels, Bayonet lug and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage. The LOP measures 13 1/4 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock appears to have been refinished, the cartouche is gone, the stock has been varnished. This stock rates a Very Good overall condition for a refinish.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright and the rifling is slightly worn. There is minor erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains approximately 80% of its metal finish. There are minor scratches and nicks throughout with some spots of thinning. There is very minor corrosion staining scattered, mostly on the receiver. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition for an antique.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Sling
Our Assessment: The Springfield Model 1898 Krag–Jørgensen rifle represents the United States Army’s first standardized smokeless powder service rifle and a pivotal step in American military arms development. Adopted at the close of the nineteenth century, the Krag system was admired for its exceptionally smooth bolt operation and innovative side-mounted magazine, features that set it apart from contemporary European designs. This 1898-dated example reflects the classic long rifle configuration issued to infantry units during the Spanish–American War era and the subsequent period of stateside service.
Chambered in .30-40 Krag, the rifle is fitted with a full-length 30 inch barrel and a rebuilt 1901-style ladder rear sight, a configuration intended to provide extended sight radius and practical battlefield range adjustment. The .30-40 Krag cartridge was the first smokeless military round adopted by the U.S. Army, offering controllable recoil and respectable accuracy that earned lasting favor among both soldiers and later civilian shooters. Correct martial features such as the barrel band marked “U,” bayonet lug, sling swivels, and handguard reinforce the rifle’s military profile despite later stock refinishing.
Condition remains strong for an antique military rifle. Approximately 80 percent of the metal finish remains, with light thinning, scattered minor scratches, and very limited corrosion staining, primarily on the receiver. The bore is semi bright with slightly worn rifling and minor erosion, rating 7 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The walnut stock has been refinished and varnished, resulting in the loss of the original cartouche, yet it remains structurally sound and rates in Very Good condition for a refinish. The action functions correctly, markings are clear, and a sling is included with the rifle. We are no longer offering layaway. Please see our high resolution photos and good luck on your bid! MF
