Winchester Model 1895 Musket; Serial No. 16700; Per Included Factory Letter: .30 U.S. Caliber (30/40 Krag); Musket; Received in Warehouse January and August, 1899 and January, 1900 'To Russ'; Per Conversation with Jessie Russ was Apparently Doing Special Markings at the Winchester Warehouse (Shipped to Russ/Received by Russ); Musket was Eventually Shipped October 22, 1900 (Order Number 77378); The U.S. Government Ordered 10,000 of these for the Spanish American War in 1898 that went to the Philippines, the were never issued and in 1906 were sold as surplus to a Major Dealer of the time who Sold them to Cuba; Soon After, many found their way to Mexico; Bruce Canfields book 'The Winchester in the Service' has Good Information on these and States: 'The U.S. Surcharged M1895 Muskets and Carbines are Rarely Seen Today; Almost with Exception, the Few Guns that do appear on the Market from time to time are in well-worn condition'; This is a Fine Example with Correct 'U.S.' Markings on the Receiver as Well as 'K.S.M.'; See Canfields Book Pages 49-55 for More Information; See All Photos for Condition; No Texts; Call (254)541-5765 or Email Only; PERSONAL PROPERTY of Harold Wieser; NOTICE: We Do Not Do Any Consignments - All Items Listed are Owned by Us - NO SALES to New Jersey or New York City - Antiques Only to Massachusetts and California; NOTE: All Modern Firearms Must Go to FFL Dealer who will Accept From Individual with Texas Driver License; Price: $5,900 Shipped; Payment Address: Harold Wieser - 1466 U.S. Hwy 77 - Rosebud, TX 76570; SEND PAYMENTS VIA USPS PRIORITY MAIL; BEWARE of SCAMS!!! - DO NOT SEND MONEY or CORRESPONDENTS ELECTRONICALLY UNLESS YOU HAVE SPOKEN to HAROLD WIESER FIRST! (254)541-5765