It's one of the three 1895's that were reworked by the new factory in Utica at the beginning of 1899 production. They shortened the barrel to 20", recrowned the muzzle, recut the front sight dovetail and installed an 1899 type bolt.
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Last edited by wyo1895; 06/30/15.
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