Featured in this lot we have a Springfield Model 1898 Krag Jorgensen .30-40 Krag bolt action sporting rifle. The Springfield Model 1898 Krag–Jørgensen rifle is a Norwegian-designed bolt-action rifle that was adopted in 1892, as the standard United States Army military long arm, chambered for U.S. caliber .30-40 Krag cartridges. All versions and variants were manufactured under license by the Springfield Armory between 1892 and 1903 and famously served as the long arm during the Spanish–American War. The Army began testing bolt action designs in the 1870s and 1880s, but it was not until the trials in 1892 that the Krag Jorgensen became the new standard issue long arm. It was designed by Norwegian military officers, Ole Herman Johannes Krag and Erik Jørgensen, and subsequently adopted by Norway, Denmark, and the United States. The most distinct aspect of the Krag Jorgensen rifles and carbines is the built-in magazine design which hinges open from the right side of the action. When the United States adopted the Krag Jorgensen in 1892, it was under the nomenclature of the Model 1892, despite production not starting until 1894. With the new rifle came the new 30-40 Krag ammunition. Also known as .30 Army, .30 Government, and a host of other monikers, it was the first smokeless powder cartridge adopted by the U.S. Government. They served as the standard U.S. military firearms in the Spanish-American War, the Philippine-American war, the Moro Rebellion, and remained in use into the 21st century even after the adoption of the famous Springfield Model 1903. This Model 1898, features a 23" long round barrel, adjustable rear sights, fixed blade front sights, and walnut stock. The left side of the receiver is marked "Model 1898. U.S. Springfield Armory" with serial Number: 184300. The firearm shows good condition overall with some light wear due to age and use. This firearm qualifies as a Curio & Relic firearm, and requires FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.*