Krag Collectors Association Forum

These Model 1898 Krag sights sure are fun to learn about. I'm still studying and learning about them. They are out there but hard to find at reasonable prices today. I missed one on a cheap clunker I was watching recently but was out of town and couldn't bid on it. Also glad I got some a few years a...

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But, you are right, Moose. There are some good ones out there to buy at excellent prices. You have to know what to look for and, sometimes, see details that others don't. Keep looking and good luck!

Ist one on highbid muzzle looks rusted bad into end of barrel. 2nd one is a rifle cut down or barrel changed to 22 inches. Rear sight probably rifle. There are nice ones selling out there. Lots of Krags available. Just have to be picky and watch details especially if you can't handle it in person an...

$1200-1300m value. Currently, it would appear, that a "CMP" documentation doubles its value. Not in my book.

We're here to help if we only understood what the problem really is...

I never follow any CMP auctions because of prices but this is a wonderful Krag rifle all around. Not worth that price though. Maybe $1200-1300 depending on bore condition. Nice cartouche.

I give him a lot of credit for not only making it through this ordeal but to make a video to help us be more cautious and aware of these potential injuries. He sure has the scars from this he'll keep with him the rest of his life. Wow!

...Compared to what Project Eldest Son Produced! 250,000 psi! I have never heard of this program during Vietnam. This stuff was real nasty! Wow! M ajor John L. Plaster, USAR (Ret.). Wreaking Havoc One Round At A Time. American Rifleman. May 2008. During the Vietnam War, the Studies And Observations ...

That's quite an addition to our small list, Dick. It sure would be nice to know which ones, or how many, are still in the short stocks with the sling and ring and Model 1896 rear sight. Thanks.