GUN SPRING 2018
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/21/2018
FINE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1896 KRAG .30-40 CARBINE. SPRINGFIELD 1896 SADDLE RING CARBINE 56250 30-40 Cal. .30-40. 22" bbl. Standard markings sharp and clear. 1896 dated cartouche on left side of stock. Clear circle P proof behind trigger guard. Proper 1896 style stock with dished out area for bolt handle. Saddle ring mounted on left side of stock. Proper front sight. Rear sight is not C marked. PROVENANCE: The spectacular collections of Ray Bentley featuring the finest and rarest deluxe antique Winchesters in the world. CONDITION: Fine with much of the proper finish on metal parts, receiver finish is mostly worn. No cartridge marks on bolt face. Bbl appears to have a preservative coating over finish. All markings clear. Metal sharp. Wood is crisp with sharp cartouche. Minor repair and filling at butt plate tang. Bore is greasy with sharp rifling. Mechanics are crisp. 53094-90 GER (2,000-2,500)