In a previous post I was informed that the barrel on my Krag is actually a 1903 Springfield barrel (RIA and 01 09 stamped on the barrel at the front sight). I was wondering if the 1903 barrel closely matched the Krag rifle. I was thinking about putting a reproduction handguard over the barrel. I'd have to cut out for the rear sight myself, due to not being sure if the original rear sight was reinstalled on the 1903 barrel in the right location. So, if you please, if anybody has some input I'd appreciate it. Thanks