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I have doing some research and I have identified that I have a 1901 rear sight on my 1903 Rifle. My question is, is the sight correct for my Rifle, or should it have a 1902 sight on it? If I want/ need a 1902 sight where should I look for one? Thanks Ron

Bully! ;D ;D<br /><blockquote>I'm sure it would prove fatal to me too... I'd have to jump over the target pits... well, let's call them slit trenches. Then, another 1000 yards to Lake Erie, after which I'd have to swim. Guys, I'm best at the side or breast stroke... not too fast when trying to avoid...

FIX BAYONETS!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D

Caution - Caution - Caution!

Paul, firing with the bayonet fixed changes the point of bullet impact. (Just in case you didn't know).

If he misses he can do a bayonet charge! ;D 8-)

Controlled humidity is good for wood. Krags enjoy Michigan!

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<blockquote>'1911Ron': Welcome to the KCA Forum.<br /><br />That is a mighty nice looking Model 1898 Krag. #4882XX is one of the highest numbers reported and would be at the end of production in 1903.<br /><br />That Arizona Sun is pretty hard on wood. You should send it up to KCA member, 'psteinmay...

<blockquote>Very nice rifle, but I'd re-check that number - which I believe (per Farmer's Notes) is out-of-bounds - could it be 4382XX?</blockquote><br />Dick I rechecked the number and the second number is definitely an 8, i seem to have a knack on getting Rifles that are out of the Serial number r...

Greetings I have recently purchased a Springfield Model 1898 in 30-40 Krag it looks to be in great shape all of the wood is there, is it original i don't know. The serial #4882xx the inspectors cartouche is nice and clear the date is 1903.<br /><IMG src="http://i1048.photobucket.com/albums/s368/1911...

Nice SxS