Although Krags were popular, unique and efficient, the side loading gate mechanism was slow and cumbersome to reload in combat compared to the clip loaded Spanish Mausers the Krag was up against. All versions and variants were manufactured under license by the Springfield Armory between 18 and famously served as the longarm during the Spanish–American War. The The Springfield Model 1892–99 Krag–Jørgensen rifle is a Norwegian-designed bolt-action rifle that was adopted in 1892 as the standard United States Army military longarm, chambered in U.S. It measures was 41 inches (1,042 mm) in overall length with a 22-inch (560 mm) barrel. army since the horse was from a military perspective "on the way out". These used by Cavalry units, such as "the Rough Riders" in Cuba, this is perhaps the last of the romantic Cavalry Carbines used by the U.S. Only 5001 were ever made, compared to many more rifles. Unlike most examples, this was not upgraded later to 1902 standards, and also it was not fitted with a saddle ring as most were (See Flayderman's Guide to Antique Firearms). This is great example of the very hard to find Springfield Model 1898 Krag–Jørgensen Saddle Carbine.
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