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I just bought this rifle not sure what i have any help would be appreciated. Its a 22inch barrel not sure if its a carbine, Plus having problems adding files ,says they are to big . But lets see if this works
Thank you
1898 Krag
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Re: 1898 Krag
'Matty2694' - Your Krag, #413838, is a model 1898 rifle, that has been 'cut-down' by a past civilian owner for Hunting.
It was assembled around September or October, 1902, at Springfield Armory. The barrel was originally 30 inches long.
Your barrel was cut to 22 inches. A dovetail was cut into the barrel and the original front-sight base was salvaged and neatly soldered into the dovetail.
The front-sight blade is a commercial blade, possibly made by 'Marbles'.
Your stock was cut and shortened, just in front of the rear barrel-band. The forearm has been drastically reshaped, to the point that the finger-groves are gone.
Because your stock was a rifle stock, there is provision for sling-swivels.
Your rear-sight is the rifle version of the model 1902 sight. The swing-up plate with a 'peep-hole' is nicknamed "Sgt. Peep".
The hole has been enlarged, which is a good thing for low light conditions.
The 1902 rear-sight is adjustable for windage, as well as, elevation.
Your Krag should be handy and a fun 'shooter' in the woods or at the Range.
It was assembled around September or October, 1902, at Springfield Armory. The barrel was originally 30 inches long.
Your barrel was cut to 22 inches. A dovetail was cut into the barrel and the original front-sight base was salvaged and neatly soldered into the dovetail.
The front-sight blade is a commercial blade, possibly made by 'Marbles'.
Your stock was cut and shortened, just in front of the rear barrel-band. The forearm has been drastically reshaped, to the point that the finger-groves are gone.
Because your stock was a rifle stock, there is provision for sling-swivels.
Your rear-sight is the rifle version of the model 1902 sight. The swing-up plate with a 'peep-hole' is nicknamed "Sgt. Peep".
The hole has been enlarged, which is a good thing for low light conditions.
The 1902 rear-sight is adjustable for windage, as well as, elevation.
Your Krag should be handy and a fun 'shooter' in the woods or at the Range.
Re: 1898 Krag
Wow thats kinda disappointing, But good to know what it was at one time , Thanks for your help !!!