My First Krag, Would Appreciate Some Insight

[butlersrangers]

'mxracer 84' - It certainly appears your 1895 dated Krag carbine is the one Franklin Mallory found documented in his research of official records. (Of course, your carbine was officially updated, after being 'turned in' on 09/22/1900).

I would suggest you obtain "The Krag Rifle Story", 2nd edition, for your library. It will increase your enjoyment of your Krag!