Krag Collectors Association Forum

Thank you butlersrangers, for the welcome and your response. After much research I was quite sure the rear sight was incorrect, thanks for verifying that. I am interested in learning about the proper use of this sight, or the "period" type sights. Here is a picture of the faint stock marki...

I have to work on making the files smaller, so I can show the overall rifle

I guess I found the place to make a new post (weird) Anyhow, My brother bought this 1896 Krag in an antique store, probably 35-40 years ago. It has been a conversation piece for him (he collected all types of antiques). He had never shot this rifle. A few years ago, he decided to give this to me, I ...

Hey all; Very new member here. I have an 1896 Krag Ser# 33858. I wanted to start my own post, instead of highjacking this one. for some reason I cannot find the place to do that.
any and all help is appreciated
Thanks
Chuck