1898 Krag

[1911Ron]

I have had this 1898 Krag for awhile, the stock has 1903 cartouche and the serial number i believe to be near the end of production.

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[browningautorifle]

Nice looking rifle, numbers past my records. Someone will confirm for you though.

[Dick Hosmer]

Yes, that is a VERY nice rifle, and you are correct about it being a high number; they go to around 489xxx if memory serves. I have owned 482440 for years and have not seen many higher. That is the Model 1901 rear sight, which probably signifies regular army usage, as the 1902 sight seems to be more prevalent on National Guard arms. Thanks for sharing.

[1911Ron]

Yes, that is a VERY nice rifle, and you are correct about it being a high number; they go to around 489xxx if memory serves. I have owned 482440 for years and have not seen many higher. That is the Model 1901 rear sight, which probably signifies regular army usage, as the 1902 sight seems to be more prevalent on National Guard arms. Thanks for sharing.

When did they cease production? 1903 or later? I thought i had read 1907, but that may have been when they were withdrawn from service?

[Dick Hosmer]

A VERY few, possibly less than 100 - IIRC - are known with the "1904" cartouche, and "1903" is not real common either. 1907 would be a reasonable date for withdrawal, as 1903 production would have been up to peacetime speed by then. The Krag was beloved by the target shooters of the time, and was, I believe, accepted in service rifle matches for quite a while past retirement.

[RudyN]

That is a nice looking Krag. The serial number on mine is 471995 and is also close to the end of production.