The Krag-Jorgensen: America's First Bolt-Action Service Rifle

[Talyn]

The Spanish-American War of 1898 was America’s last war of the 19th century and began the ascent of the United States toward world power. It also marked the first major combat use of the U.S. Army’s new .30-40 Krag-Jorgensen service rifle.

During the Spanish-American War, most Krag rifles available to regular infantry units were Model 1892s, although a small number of Model 1896 rifles were also on hand.

The Krag-Jorgensen

U.S. Model 1892 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle.

U.S. Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle

 

[Elfego Baca]

I was lucky to find a Krag a few years ago.
I enjoy shooting 200 yard metal plates using 200 grain cast bullets and the ladder sight!

 

[Wannabewoodsman]

I need a c&r license

 

[BobM]

I need a c&r license

You just may. Balancing old and new can be a juggling contest. A lot to learned be them all.

 

[BobM]

The Spanish-American War of 1898 was America’s last war of the 19th century and began the ascent of the United States toward world power. It also marked the first major combat use of the U.S. Army’s new .30-40 Krag-Jorgensen service rifle.

During the Spanish-American War, most Krag rifles available to regular infantry units were Model 1892s, although a small number of Model 1896 rifles were also on hand.

The Krag-Jorgensen


U.S. Model 1892 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle.


U.S. Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle

Thanks Talyn, was a good read.