Francois:  If you are thinking about restoring your Krag to its original U.S. Military configuration or appearance, this is a very expensive and unwise plan.  Your Model 1898 U.S. Krag was originally an Infantry Rifle and the barrel was 30 inches long (76.2 centimeters).  An original barrel, stock, hand-guard, rear sight, and barrel bands are now hard to find an will cost $700 to $800 in the United States.  (A decent original Model 1898 U.S. Krag is worth $700 to $800).  Enjoy your altered Krag "Hunting Rifle" as it is!

  (Photo of my three Model 1898 'Krags' - "stacked").

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