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This is on GunBroker, is this a true 1898 .30-40 Krag Carbine it looks like the front sight and stock have been changed.
How can you tell when its a 'real' carbine?
U S Springfield 1898 .30-40 Krag Carbine Lint to Gunbroker
Thanks,
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...94286551-1.jpg
NO, it is NOT!! Not even close! Stock is wrong, in several ways. Sights are non-military. Swivels are almost always incorrect on carbines. Barrel length appears to be wrong. Only 5000 Model 1898 carbines were made, so they must occur in a specific serial nmuber range, etc., etc.
Definitely not a legit carbine but I like it. Not at $400 but I’d buy it if I saw it at a gun store for $250 or so.
I like banded front sights. If I could snag it for $200 I’d track down a nice old Lyman peep sight to put on it.
That kind of sporter is on my (very long) wish list.
Someday!
As Dick says, almost everything is wrong. That's someone's hunting rifle...and would be a nice one.
I was looking for a new Deer rifle on Gunbroker when I found this, more of a 1903A1 or 7MM Mauser sporter though, although after look a 1917 looks nice too.Quote:
Originally Posted by browningautorifle
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Thats what I was thinking when I saw it. just didn't seem right even though it was ovious the stock and sights were wrong. THanks!Quote:
Originally Posted by Dick Hosmer
This one is priced at $399USD and would be about right for that. Maybe a bit over priced to you, but if the bore is nice you'll never be unhappy. I expect you'll load for it though...Quote:
Originally Posted by usabaker
Hi Jim, yes I would load for anyrifle ;) My problem is I cant decise between a Krag, 1903, or M1917 (already made sporter) I'm leaning in the direction of the 1917 but can't make up my mind.Quote:
Originally Posted by browningautorifle
M 1917 would be easier to get brass and ammo for. Walmart...