That is a neat L.C. Smith shotgun. It probably claimed its share of Ducks, back-in-the-day!
Before regulations and laws passed in 1968, it was easy to buy guns interstate, by mail-order.
"Catalog Companies" could ship or mail right to your home, without dealers or Federal Authorities being involved.
People's signed statement, that they were 21 years old and not a criminal, was good enough.
You complied with state and local laws. The consequences for 'breaking the law' were real.
New to me 1898 rifle
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Re: New to me 1898 rifle
I'm sure it has. That one I have no intentions on shooting (black powder shells and all that). Was the first time ive ever seen a gun barrel like that too.
Will be nice to thoroughly clean up this Krag and try it out though!
Will be nice to thoroughly clean up this Krag and try it out though!
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Re: New to me 1898 rifle
Krags are a hoot to shoot, especially family heirlooms.
The 180-grain bullet "Hunting" loads shoot well in most Krags.
Save your 'fired' Brass. The .30-40 is a reloaders dream.
The 180-grain bullet "Hunting" loads shoot well in most Krags.
Save your 'fired' Brass. The .30-40 is a reloaders dream.