Recently 'John M11' asked in the 'Modified Krag Section' about scope-mounts that used the Krag side-plate. He has a model 1898 Krag that was 'sporterized' and has two widely spaced tapped holes in its side-plate.

When I responded on his thread, I could not recall any scope-mount that used the side-plate. I ran across reference to one, yesterday, I had forgotten about.

In 1901, seven Model 1898 Krags had the Cataract telescopic sight installed for field trials. The rigs apparently performed well, but, were not pursued further.

(Note: The spacing of the holes on 'John M11's side-plate is more extreme than the Cataract mounting system).

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