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I know this is an old thread but I am new to Krags. I have a M1903 Springfield that has no cartouche other that a "C." I was told that was an indicator of Rock Island Arsenal rebuild, which would seem to be corroborated by my rifle having an RIA barrel on a Springfield receiver.

Well I got my copy of Poyer's book today. The scratches definitely look like site protector damage. I have to go back an look but the grainy photo I took of the top of the rear sight appears to have a "c" on it. Overall a pretty nice example. I'm goin to give the shop my contact info and a...

Hmmm...so now I understand carbines didn't have sling swivels and that the 1899 might not have a saddle ring either...and I though collecting foreign weapons was challenging...I'm going to take a bigger breath and drink more coffee. :)

Ok...I should slow down and take a breath. I just realized there are no sling swivels...so the stock was at least refinished/altered (probably explains faint cartouches).

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<r>Good Morning, <br /><br />I have been collecting milsurps for a while but this is my first foray into the Krag world. I am looking at an 1899 Krag Carbine and would love some advice. I haven't received my Poyer book yet so anything you can advise.<br /><br />SN: 349836<br /><br />Doesn't appear c...