Springfield Armory ~ 1898 (Clint Smith's Personal Collection) ~ 30/40 Krag (SKU: 5328501)

This Springfield Armory Model 1898 Krag-Jorgensen, serial number 373120, is chambered in .30-40 Krag and was manufactured circa 1902 based on Springfield Armory production records. The rifle presents as a well-preserved example, retaining an attractive military appearance with a strong wood stock, matching period features, and honest age-related wear consistent with a service rifle of its era. Included with the rifle are a period bayonet and a Clint Smith provenance verification letter, adding significant collector appeal to this already desirable piece from Clint Smith's personal collection. The U.S. Model 1898 Krag-Jorgensen was America's first standard-issue smokeless-powder repeating military rifle and saw service during the Spanish-American War, the Philippine-American War, and the Boxer Rebellion. Produced at Springfield Armory, the Krag is renowned for its smooth bolt action and distinctive side-loading magazine design. Today, surviving examples remain highly sought after by military firearms collectors, with documented provenance such as this rifle's connection to Clint Smith making it an especially noteworthy addition to any advanced collection