Springfield Armory ~ 1898 (mfg. 1899 Service Grade C)

Springfield Armory 1898 Service Rifle, service grade C. Key Features & History Caliber: .30-40 Krag (The first smokeless powder cartridge adopted by the U.S. military) Magazine Design: Distinctive side-loading 5-round magazine with a cut-off switch that allowed soldiers to hold the magazine in reserve and single-load rounds Action: Known for an incredibly smooth bolt operation Variants: The Model 1898 was produced mainly as a full-length infantry rifle (30-inch barrel). There were also shorter carbine versions (22-inch barrel). Authentic carbines are highly sought after and frequently faked by cutting down longer rifles What "Service Grade" Means Metal & Wood: Service grade rifles generally feature good-to-very-good cosmetic appearance, with clear cartouches (stamps) on the military wood stocks. Metal may show normal wear, minor bluing fade, or slight frosting, but generally no severe pitting. Bore: Bores are bright with clear rifling, meaning they are safe and accurate for shooting with the correct ammunition.