Original U.S. Springfield M1896 Krag-Jørgensen Parade Rifle Serial 88049 with M1901 Rear Sight - Made in 1897 Category_Night Sights These were most likely brought

These were most likely brought home by a USGI during or after the Second World War

and is now somewhat dull

These are full scale metal

so this is for a front line officer

Original U.S. Springfield M1896 Krag-Jørgensen Parade Rifle Serial 88049 with M1901 Rear Sight - Made in 1897 Category_Night Sights These were most likely broughtOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition mid late production (1897) Springfield Krag Jrgensen M1896 Rifle, the standard U. S. Long arm of the time. It measures was 49 inches (1,200 mm) in overall length weighing 9. 3 pounds with a 30 inch (760 mm) barrel. After military service it was tinned nickel plated for parade or drill use, and looks to have seen long service after that, as much of the plating is worn away. The The