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Firearms >> U.S. Military Krags >> My first Krag http://www.kragcollectorsassociation.org/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1506131725 Message started by Sapper44 on Sep 23^rd, 2017 at 1:55am

Title: My first Krag
Post by Sapper44 on Sep 23^rd, 2017 at 1:55am

Hello all;
Just purchased my first Krag. Model 1898 Rifle SN# 159173. Picked it up at Jackson Armory in Dallas for $400. This is my first Krag of my own, but learned to shoot on my grandfathers Krag carbine he brought home from the Philippines after WWII. Unfortunately the carbine was lost years ago in one of my uncles divorces. Always wanted one of my own!

Title: Re: My first Krag
Post by psteinmayer on Sep 24^th, 2017 at 12:26am

Howdy Sapper44. Welcome to the forum, and wonderful world of Krags. Careful... They're addicting!

Unfortunately, sometimes, Krags are treated like kids in divorces... and become collateral damage!

How about posting some pictures of your new Krag for all to share?

Title: Re: My first Krag
Post by Sapper44 on Sep 24^th, 2017 at 3:05am

I would love to but don't have any way of uploading them.

Title: Re: My first Krag
Post by unclefrank on Sep 24^th, 2017 at 5:38pm

Welcome as a fellow first time Krag owner.

Title: Re: My first Krag
Post by Sapper44 on Oct 9^th, 2017 at 12:31am

Is there anyone who can check the "SRS" info on my SN#? Thanks;
Christian

Title: Re: My first Krag
Post by butlersrangers on Oct 9^th, 2017 at 1:20am

#159173? Close, but, no cigar!

Your number is bracketed by #159167 (1898 rifle issued in 1899 to Co. F, 35th US Vol. Inf.) and #159174 (1898 rifle issued 06/08/1900 to Co. F, 33rd US Vol. Inf.).

Christian - Your number not being listed pretty much guarantees it did not go to the 33rd or 35th USV Inf.

Title: Re: My first Krag
Post by Sapper44 on Oct 9^th, 2017 at 7:38pm

Thank you, I'm pretty new to all this and any help is really great!
Christian