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Apr 2nd, 2019 at 7:31pm
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Here is my first krag rifle. I traded for it. I think it is a stock military version. I have a question about the cleaning rod in the buttstock. It seems too short. How was it used?  So far I really like it and will trade for the other krag he has.
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Reply #1 - Apr 2nd, 2019 at 9:59pm
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Howdy King Carp.  Welcome to the forum, and to the wonderful world of Krags!  Be careful... they are highly addictive!

From what I can see, it looks like a nice Krag rifle.  Some closer pictures of the front sight, rear sight and receiver will bring some good feedback.

Now, the cleaning rod - usually, two or more soldiers would combine their rods to make a rod of sufficient length.  Did you find the oiler in the butt trap too?  A few cleaning patches after the rods and oiler are in place will keep them from rattling around when the trap is closed.
  
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Reply #2 - Apr 2nd, 2019 at 11:36pm
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Hello: I am having trouble loading up the photos. I will talk to a friend of mine who should be able to figure it out. 
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Reply #3 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 12:55am
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That makes perfect sense about the cleaning rod
. Thanks, I will put a couple cleaning patches in there too.
  
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Reply #4 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 1:35am
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Looks like a great Krag. Not certain about that front sight but when you can post some pictures, we'll see it better.

Looks like you have a great sling for the Krag also. Can you tell how the bore looks?

It'll be extra nice to get that second Krag also. Can't wait to see that one to see what your starter collection will look like.

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Reply #5 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 2:44am
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Sorry I don't know what I just did. I am an dumb head  who should not have a smart phone.
  
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Reply #6 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 3:28am
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It looks like the brass sight protector over the front sight. Is that what I see, King Carp?
  
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Reply #7 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 3:39am
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It appears you have a nice looking Krag. Is there a hooded front sight protector on it?

It appears you have an original Krag sling. Those are becoming quite valuable.
FWIW - The sling is on backwards. The 'claw' should be near the barrel-band swivel. The 'button-end' should be attached to the butt-swivel.
  
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Reply #8 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 3:59am
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Yes. The photo I did get to post has a brass sight protector. The bore is clean with no rust or pits. When I can I will slug it to get the size. Thanks for your patience. I am new to a lot of the current technology.
  
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Reply #9 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 4:06am
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Another pic.
  
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Reply #10 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 4:10am
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Reply #11 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 4:15am
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Thanks, I will try to fix the sling without ruining it. It looks like the date on the stock is 1898. I am not sure of the script letters. Thanks again for the help.
  
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Reply #12 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 4:23am
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Thanks, I will try to fix the sling without ruining it. It looks like the date on the stock is 1898. I am not sure of the script letters. Thanks again for the help.
  
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Reply #13 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 10:55am
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Just a friendly note- you don't have to hide the serial number of your firearm unless you think that it may be stolen or illegal. We often look at the exact serial numbers of firearms to figure out their exact history and provenance, if it is recorded. It also helps to determine date of manufacture which can be helpful in answering  questions like if it is an antique rifle that doesn't need registration through an FFL.

So, just an observation. Great rifle and enjoy it!
  
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Reply #14 - Apr 3rd, 2019 at 12:22pm
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I had suspected that there was a sight protector on in the first photo.

Whig is correct about the serial number.  You are among friends here!  If it is listed in the SRS data, the full number is required to determine where it was issued after manufacture. 

A word of advice regarding the sling:  If you intend to shoot it and use the sling for support, as in shooting from position, you might consider removing the sling and installing a newly manufactured 1907 sling from Turner or one of the other reproduction sling companies.  As Butlersrangers said, that original sling can be valuable.  No sense risking damage!

As for shooting it, if you plan on shooting cast bullets, then by all means, slug the bore.  However, if you intend on shooting factory ammo or reload with jacketed bullets, then go ahead and bang away!  Standard .308 bullets will be fine even if your bore is slightly oversize (a normal occurrence with Krags).
  
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