Original U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag–Jørgensen Rifle Arsenal Converted to Saddle-Ring Carbine serial 86306 - Made in 1897 British Documents & Books This example bears Serial #639

This example bears Serial #639 on the receiver and bolt

The lanyard may or may not be original issue

with a bit of slop in the mechanics due to wear

This pair of Shearling wool lined winter flying boots are in very good condition

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag–Jørgensen Rifle Arsenal Converted to Saddle-Ring Carbine serial 86306 - Made in 1897 British Documents & Books This example bears Serial #639Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very interesting example of a Springfield KragJrgensen Carbine, which began life as a full length M1896 rifle, and since then looks to have had a long history. It measures approximately 41 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. We are not sure why it was converted to a carbine, but it was definitely done at