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- Mon Jul 17, 2023 1:50 am
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: 1899 Krag Carbine
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2404
Re: 1899 Krag Carbine
A lot of Krag carbines had swivels added after leaving Uncle Sams warehouse. It seems some had swivels added while in service. Either way its part of the carbines history.
- Mon Jul 17, 2023 1:15 am
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: 1899 Krag Carbine
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2404
Re: 1899 Krag Carbine
Welcome to the KCA. From the pics shown it looks like you have a nice 1899 Krag carbine. One thing that is not original to your carbine is the front sight blade. Probably changed to work with the ammo used with it. How is the bore? Cleaning rod and oiler in but trap by any chance? Good luck with you...
- Fri Jul 14, 2023 2:38 am
- Forum: Ammunition, reloading, shooting, etc
- Topic: 30-40 Brass (sort of)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1770
Re: 30-40 Brass (sort of)
I second that observation. That brass has been altered.
- Thu Jul 06, 2023 8:04 pm
- Forum: Other Firearms
- Topic: 1943 Inland M1 Carbine
- Replies: 24
- Views: 37129
- Thu Jul 06, 2023 2:44 pm
- Forum: Other Firearms
- Topic: 1943 Inland M1 Carbine
- Replies: 24
- Views: 37129
Re: 1943 Inland M1 Carbine
Thats a nice looking trio. Its a shame that were i live a M-1 carbine is basically not legal to own anymore. Maybe after relocating i will look into getting one.
- Sun Jul 02, 2023 2:00 pm
- Forum: Other Firearms
- Topic: 1943 Inland M1 Carbine
- Replies: 24
- Views: 37129
Re: 1943 Inland M1 Carbine
After reading this post and shooting my friends M-1 carbine i thought it would be cool to own one. My buddies is a mint one made by standard products with lots of extras. Well the lgs and cabelas by me each had one. They are still there. Talk about sticker shock! I figured it would be best to stick ...
- Sat Jul 01, 2023 1:49 pm
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: FWIW - Conflicting Data
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2545
Re: FWIW - Conflicting Data
Were these recievers serial numbered before or after proof firing? If after i wonder how many rifles never made it into service because they failed?
- Fri Jun 30, 2023 8:00 pm
- Forum: U.S. Military Krags
- Topic: Brass Muzzle Cover Price!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 924
Re: Brass Muzzle Cover Price!
When you get two bidders with money that want something the skys the limit. There are some minute differences between an original and repro muzzle cover. The spring for one thing. To a trained eye it is hard to match a real 120 year old patina on brass with one that was dipped in vinegar and put out...
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 5:25 pm
- Forum: Other Firearms
- Topic: A Buffalo Newton
- Replies: 6
- Views: 8821
Re: A Buffalo Newton
I found this on the innerweb. Hope it helps. Newton Bolt removal Turn up the bolt handle and draw backwards on the bolt at the same time pressing back on the front trigger. The backwards pressure on the front trigger causes the forward portion of the sear to rise up and engage a detent finger on the...
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 12:36 am
- Forum: Chit-Chat
- Topic: Woke Diversity Killed This Billionaire and His Titan Passengers!
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1707
Re: Woke Diversity Killed This Billionaire and His Titan Passengers!
It doesn't seem like there was any clawing ,scratching or suffering. Just a loud cracking sound and then on to the afterlife. The ocean can be a cruel mistress.