You have discovered the truth about Krags- they ARE addicting!

Some military rifle collectors say that you didn't overpay- you just bought too early. Many of these old treasures will go up in value and, eventually, be worth more than you paid. (Hopefully!)

The more valuable ones are definitely the ones that are most original and correct. You have been working to make your Krag more valuable by fixing it up better than it was without defacing it. Plus, you can use it and enjoy it along the way.

Thanks for sharing and keep us up to date with pictures as the project progresses.