The left side of the wrist features a strong boxed ''JSA / 1903'' inspector's cartouche and the circled ''P'' firing proof remains clearly visible behind the triggerguard.
The Model 1898 handguard rates very good with the same worn added finish and light handling marks. The smooth black walnut straight grip stock rates good with a worn later added finish, a rectangular wood-filled repair in the right side of the buttstock, the right side of the wrist has been lightly reprofiled in two areas, the left side of the buttstock has a series of small circular indentations, and some scattered minor handling marks overall from ceremonial duty. The metal surfaces retain about 98% later applied polished nickel plate with evidence of a few areas of light pitting beneath the plate, some cloudiness around the handle of the loading gate, some light oxidation on the heel and toe of the buttplate, a small area toning to orange on the Model 1902 rear sight leaf and some scattered light handling marks. Serial #445795, 30-40 Krag, 30'' barrel with an oxidized bore.
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