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Title: This 1898 Carbine Seems Legit... Post by Juniorloaf on Mar 27th, 2018 at 9:58am
Have an opportunity to buy this at what I believe is a very fair price, even considering the issues that are apparent. I just wanted a second (third, fourth etc) opinion.
I apologize in advance for the pics... they're what I was given. Here's what I know about the rifle Model: 1898 Krag Serial number: 124,532 Barrel Length: 22" exactly on a closed bolt Rear sight: 1901 with 'c' on rear sight base and ladder (the slide part) Handguard: the longer carbine style Stock: has band spring, appears correct length (1" removed notwithstanding), visible P proof and 1901 cartouche. Front sight: very well done dovetail, looks like part of the barrel. The bad: -butt portion has about 1" of missing material that was cut. (Sad face) -swivel stud added to buttstock -swivel stud added to barrel band -cant see a 'c' on front sight blade Also comes with a rough (albeit original) looking M1903/M1907 sling. Questions: -am I right to believe this is a legit 1898 carbine? -would you find someone to attempt to repair the stock, or seek a new one? -who do you recommend for repairs? -anybody have a spare type 1899 stock they'd part with if not? -anybody have a proper band? -what about a buttplate & screws? Last but not least... what would you all pay for this, with a very good bore? Taking into account the sling. |
Title: Re: This 1898 Carbine Seems Legit... Post by Juniorloaf on Mar 27th, 2018 at 9:58am |
Title: Re: This 1898 Carbine Seems Legit... Post by 98src on Mar 27th, 2018 at 12:01pm
Although probably built originally as a M98 carbine, it was upgraded to the M99 Carbine configuration ( long stock, no sling ring/bar, and the M901 Carbine sight ). Most of the M98 Carbines, as yours, were turned into M99 carbines. With the stock issues, I think this carbine is worth less than $1,000.
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Title: Re: This 1898 Carbine Seems Legit... Post by butlersrangers on Mar 27th, 2018 at 1:52pm
Your front sight blade may be a carbine blade for use with a model 1896 carbine rear sight. These blades are shorter and the 'C' is hidden by the base.
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Title: Re: This 1898 Carbine Seems Legit... Post by Galvinator77 on Jun 12th, 2018 at 9:59pm
I just bought this Krag from him. I found a donor sportarized stock. Any recommendations on best source for a front band if I can't remove the swivel.
Thanks, Mark |
Title: Re: This 1898 Carbine Seems Legit... Post by butlersrangers on Jun 20th, 2018 at 3:50am
The model 1899 carbine barrel-bands show up frequently on ebay.
They are available in various grades from "Grandpa's Gun Parts" (a.k.a. Movieman 630 on ebay). He is listed in KCA Classifieds. IIRC - Price is often around $50 to $60 on ebay. |
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