Hello forum members,
I'm new to the forum, found it while attempting to research this Krag which I inherited.  I'm somewhat confused as to what it is.  What I know:
The barrel as measured is a bit over 22".  It does not have the Cartouche behind the trigger guard.  It does not have the "C" stamped on the rear sight.  It does have a "U" stamped on the hand guard band at the front of the hand guard.  The front sight does not appear to be original (as all the pictures i've seen show a different sight.)  The plate where the sling ring should be is smooth with no ring, but a gunsmith I spoke to said some of these rifles had the ring removed for cavalry use?  I have a friend interested in purchasing it but I have no idea what the rifle is worth.  To make matters worse, my grandfather decided to etch his name and SSN onto the receiver.  :( I've attached some pics.  Anyone have any advice?   

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