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- Wed Sep 09, 2015 10:48 pm
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
- Replies: 9
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Re: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
<r>Thanks for the info. Yes, it does appear to have an original carbine sight based on your description. I have attached a photo with a top view of the rear sight. If you blow it up a bit you can see that it is graduated up to 20 (2,000) with a "C" directly above the "19" on the ...
- Wed Sep 09, 2015 1:42 pm
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
- Replies: 9
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Re: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
Thanks Paul
- Wed Sep 09, 2015 12:28 am
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
- Replies: 9
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Re: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
Thanks 98src. <br /><br />Any estimate on a range of value? I have heard $1,500 to $3,000 for legit carbines. Bore is clean, rifling is visible but worn, action is smooth.<br /><br />Also, if I were to take it to the range and fire a few rounds on a rare occasion what mfgr/type ammo would you recomm...
- Tue Sep 08, 2015 11:20 pm
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: 1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
- Replies: 9
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1896 Carbine - Need Opinions
<r>I just recently purchased my first Krag SN 31553 (see attached photos). I had been searching for an early Model 1896 carbine of Spanish American War vintage mindful of the numerous cut-downs and fakes that are out there. I followed the advice posted on this forum and elsewhere I studied Joe Poyer...