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U.S. Springfield Model 1899 Constabulary Carbine with Bayonet

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U.S. Springfield Model 1899 Constabulary Carbine with Bayonet
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Intended for use by members of the Philippine Constabulary, the Constabulary Carbine is a Model 1898 Krag with the barrel and forearm arsenal shortened and the muzzle reduced to accept a knife bayonet. Blade front and ladder rear sights, with the muzzle ahead of the front sight cleanly turned down. Receiver markings are standard. Smooth straight grip stock, with "K" and "71" stamped on the right side below the bolt handle, a 1903 cartouche on the reverse, and a smooth flat buttplate. Included with the rifle is a U.S. knife bayonet, 11 5/8 inches long with a 1903 dated ricasso, wooden grip and a metal sheath with cartridge belt hanger.
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 30-40 Krag
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 355054
Condition: Very good, with traces of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina and scattered handling marks. Stock is good, with an overcoat of protective varnish applied, scattered dents and handling marks. Bayonet shows mild polishing marks on the pommel, with dents and spotting on the sheath. Mechanically excellent.