Krag Collectors Association Forum Archive

Krag Collectors Association Forum Archive
Firearms >> European Krags >> Another Krag to identify http://www.kragcollectorsassociation.org/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1482107916 Message started by missedagain on Dec 19^th, 2016 at 12:38am

Title: Another Krag to identify
Post by missedagain on Dec 19^th, 2016 at 12:38am

My first Krag, inherited. No makers name nor caliber on this gun.
20"barrel, 40" oal. Stock original not refinished. I have seen this checkering on several Krags. I thought it might be a enginers carbine. Excellent condition. Also any idea what it might be worth.
I am posting 8 pictures to help identify it. Bolt serial no. is different. Could only post 5. Have lots more pictures available.
Thanks for any help

DSCF6307__Small_.JPG ( 66 KB | 3 Downloads )

DSCF6322__Small_.JPG ( 69 KB | 1 Download )

DSCF6321__Small_.JPG ( 76 KB | 1 Download )

DSCF6324__Small_.JPG ( 78 KB | 1 Download )

DSCF6330__Small_.JPG ( 62 KB | 1 Download )

Title: Re: Another Krag to identify
Post by butlersrangers on Dec 19^th, 2016 at 1:20am

It appears you have a Norwegian Carbine - Model 1897 for Mountain Artillery and Royal Engineers. It is serial number 6,226, made in 1902 at the Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk (Arms Factory). On your receiver, above the 1902 date, is a stylized "K" and Crown, for Kongsberg.

The carbine would be in 6.5X55mm caliber, (commonly called '6.5 mm Swedish Mauser').

The Stock 'checkering' is not original to the arm and appears 'crude home-craftsman' for 'Hunting'.

The metal 'eye' sticking out of the Stock Butt is for the Military Sling, which utilizes a 'snap-hook'.

Value of your Norwegian carbine would depend on bore condition and completeness of the rest of the rifle. The value is damaged by the bolt mismatch and 'homespun' checkering.

Title: Re: Another Krag to identify
Post by missedagain on Dec 19^th, 2016 at 11:03pm

Thank you for the info. Seeing the serial numbers don't match
It probably isn't worth much as you suggested.
I'll dump it and try to find one with matching numbers.
Thanks again.
Merry Xmas All

Title: Re: Another Krag to identify
Post by butlersrangers on Dec 19^th, 2016 at 11:41pm

'missedagain':

I didn't say your Norwegian carbine "wasn't worth much". I said the 'checkering' and 'mismatched' bolt lower its value.

Norwegian Krags are often encountered in North America with mismatched parts. Also, bore condition is often poor.

That said, Norwegian Krags are hard to find and they are chambered for a very popular cartridge.

A nice bore would raise the value and utility of a Norwegian Krag.

These rifles can have considerable parts value and restoration value.

You said the rifle is "inherited". Is it a 'Family Heirloom'? (Hard to put a value on that).

You also did not show us very much in your photo. (Makes it hard to estimate a value).

Norwegian Krags are desirable, hard to find, and expensive. Don't be too hasty.

Title: Re: Another Krag to identify
Post by missedagain on Dec 20^th, 2016 at 2:17am

Thank you. I'll post a few more pictures.
That's all I have. Meanwhile I'll keep my eye open for one that has matching numbers.
Your info has been invaluable.
Thank you again.

DSCF6323__Small_.JPG ( 58 KB | 1 Download )

DSCF6331.JPG ( 50 KB | 1 Download )

DSCF6342.JPG ( 63 KB | 1 Download )