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oldguy KCA Forum Member Offline Krag Enthusiast! Posts: 1 Joined: Sep 13^th, 2017	Krag serial number Sep 13^th, 2017 at 3:46pm	Print Post
	I am looking at buying a Krag, ser#484285. It looks to be in good shape and I was wondering of this serial number is valid. If so, when might it have been Manufactured and what else should I look for before I buy. the guy wants 375$. oldguy


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butlersrangers KCA Forum Member Offline Krag Enthusiast! Posts: 6330 Location: Michigan Bi-Peninsular&Proud Joined: Oct 7^th, 2009	Re: Krag serial number Reply #1 - Sep 13^th, 2017 at 4:13pm	Print Post
	There are higher known U.S. Krag serial numbers, but, #484285 would have been made near the end of Krag production. IMHO - It was likely assembled September to November, 1903, (per Bill Mook's: "Krag Crap" production notes). A complete, original and shootable model 1898 Krag rifle would be a good buy at $375. If the stock and barrel have been cut down for 'Hunting', that is too expensive. Look for barrel to be 30 inches, Stock to be complete and without serious damage, original sights, screws & parts, and no 'scope mount holes' drilled and tapped into receiver. Gun values are always tied to 'condition, condition, condition'. Re-finished wood and metal destroys collector value and desirability.


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1911Ron KCA Forum Member Offline Krag Enthusiast! Posts: 59 Location: Buckeye,Az Joined: May 16^th, 2015 Gender:	Re: Krag serial number Reply #2 - Sep 13^th, 2017 at 5:19pm	Print Post
	My rifles serial number starts with 488 so as butlersrangers said it was made near the end. I agree if it is a complete rifle $375 is a good price.


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