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From the Vault: U.S. Army .30-40 Krag

From the Vault: U.S. Army .30-40 Krag

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Published on November 26, 2018
Duration: 6:32

This video delves into the history and features of the U.S. Army's Springfield Model 1892-99, more commonly known as the .30-40 Krag. The presenter, Roy Hill, showcases his personal Krag rifle, emphasizing its original military configuration. The description highlights key aspects such as its smooth bolt action, unique side-loading internal magazine, an impressive rear sight graduated to 2,000 yards, and a magazine cutoff for single-shot operation. The video positions the Krag as the U.S. military's inaugural bolt-action rifle and notes its lineage from the Danish Krag-Jørgensen rifle, as well as its chambering in the U.S. military's first smokeless powder cartridge.

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