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Price for an 1899 carbine
Feb 26th, 2015 at 4:45am
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I am looking to purchase an 1899 carbine.  For such a carbine with good metal, very good bore and wood that is original with no major cracks and with cartouches, what is a reasonable price to expect to pay?  I own a very nice 1898 rifle that I paid $850 for, but do expect to have to pay more for a carbine, but how much more?  Many thanks
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Re: Price for an 1899 carbine
Reply #1 - Feb 26th, 2015 at 1:02pm
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The M1899 is the least expensive of the Carbines. You can find a decent example on Gun Broker for $1,200.00 to $1,500.00 if you persevere.
  
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Re: Price for an 1899 carbine
Reply #2 - Feb 26th, 2015 at 2:51pm
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I agree with the estimates given by '98src'.  Do not be too obsessed with having an acceptance 'cartouche'.  IMHO - Many nice Model 1899 carbines will have had Arsenal or Field 'stock replacement' and may lack a 'cartouche'.

  A lot of Krag Stocks have 'cartouche' dates that do not seem to agree with the year of the Receiver's production.

Krags saw a lot of use and were subject to repairs, sight and hand-guard changes, and possible refurbishing.

Be patient and look for a carbine with even patina, wear and use, on all components.  It should appear that 'things' have been together for a long time.
  
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