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Message started by 7th1st on May 23rd, 2019 at 2:23am

Title: Original US Army 30-40 Load
Post by 7th1st on May 23rd, 2019 at 2:23am
I recently picked up my first Krag (1898) and am anxious to shoot it.  Is there a place to buy 30-40 Krag ammo that is close to the original Army load?  My gunsmith told me to avoid the modern commercial ammunition because while the action can handle those loads, it will put too much stress on the stock and risks cracking it.  I did some research and if I recall the Core-Lokt had a velocity of 2200+ fps I think. I also read in either Mallory or Brophy's book that the Army switched to a 2200 fps round around 1901.  The new round cracked locking lugs on the bolts and the Army returned to the original load.  I plan on reloading, but want to start with some store bought rounds first.  Thanks for the help.

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