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President Roosevelt has sent his Winchester rifle so that a new Springfield carbine can be made for him along similar lines. The sights should be reduced and the butt made one inch shorter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-17
William Crozier encloses President Roosevelt’s new rifle and his Winchester that was used as a model for the new rifle. Crozier discusses the specifications of Roosevelt’s new rifle and its cost.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-02-05
William Crozier replies to William Loeb’s request for information about a special rifle for President Roosevelt. Crozier informs him of the new Springfield rifle. He is willing to make the rifle suited for the President for under $30.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-23
President Roosevelt’s gun has been completed and shipped, though it is a little heavier than ordered.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-27