Unusual Krag-need input

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Picked up this Krag rifle, figured it to be a Stokes or Bannerman but the more I look at it the more questions I have. Is there such a thing as a 1902 c marked sight? Did some one add them for a shorter sight radius intentionally.What is the inside diameter of a krag Bayonet guard? The front band has been set back the right amount that a m1905 grip will engage the lug however the guard is to tight for me to force. Why is there a script proof outside of the radius where a pistol grip once was that far back on the wrist and an R.I.A. 1911 stamp in front of it. The muzzle has not been crowned but has been cut square and lightly chamfered at the inside radius with good craftsmanship on the nose of the stock with the screw of the band dead on the mark. The quality of the work is surprising to me for homespun work or a cheap knock off scrap sale. The front of the 1903 band is at exactly 22 inches. I'm working on pictures, but I/m not good at this.

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