The original Krag-Jorgensen rifle, designed by Ole Herman Johannes Krag and Erik Jorgensen in Norway and adopted by Denmark before the US and Norway. The distinctive horizontal rotary magazine is unique in military rifle design. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 8x58mmR Danish Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1889, Denmark Weight: 9 oz Overall length: 52" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Service