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Message started by JeanKS on Jan 26th, 2019 at 2:56am

Title: Re: requesting info about my 1898 JSA 1900
Post by Whig on Jan 26th, 2019 at 11:13am
Also, your rifle has a nice even patina everywhere which makes a collector think that it is unmolested and all the parts have been together for a long time. That is very important. The little letter stamped above the proof mark is just a production letter without significance.

An important comment on valuation of your Krag is that, as a family heirloom, it has unlimited value because it is something that has been kept and treasured by your dad and maybe others before him. Don't sell it! Pass it down to your kids or relatives.

You can look on gunbroker.com to see what some other Krags have sold for. Most of them are not as nice as your unmolested rifle.

These rifles were made very well 120 years ago. The metal and design of the rifle is strong. The balance and handling is great. The caliber of 30-40 Krag ammunition is an easy and powerful round for shooting, whether for hunting or target practice and can still be found today with a little patience. If you are unfamiliar with firearms, you might want a gunsmith to examine the rifle to make sure everything looks sound before firing it. But, many of us clean and reload the ammunition and shoot our Krags all the time. It's a wonderful experience to shoot an important piece of US military history.

So, enjoy your family rifle and welcome again to the Krag Collector's Association. Give us more information about your rifle and let us know how you are enjoying it!

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