Krag ejector

[Max1066_33]

I'm restoring an 1898 Springfield Krag and the ejector and pin came off. I was wondering if some could send me a pic of where this piece goes exactly.

Thank you.

[butlersrangers]

'Max1066' - Welcome to the KCA Forum.

The Krag Ejector fits into a recess in the receiver below the bolt.

The Ejector's 'pivot pin' enters the receiver from the left. Its hole is covered by the side-plate. The 'slotted' end of the pin is exposed, until covered by the side-plate. (A hole in the plate allows the pin to project a bit).

[Max1066_33]

Thank you very much. I'm really surprised that it came out.

[butlersrangers]

Old dried grease usually keeps the pin from 'falling out'. However, the pin was intended to be easily removed, with the side-plate off. The pin was grooved so that it could be 'gripped'.

[Max1066_33]

Thank you. The rifle was full of gunk and rust. So when I degreased and de-rusted it, I guess that loosened the ejector pin.