I think I know about just enough to be dangerous?
Went to the auction I mentioned in an earlier thread. Pretty quickly determined that the advertised Krag carbines were all just cut down rifles. But the did have seberal very nice condition un cut rifles all in pretty nice condition.
But what caught my eye were three shorter, but full stocked rifles / carbines? that were also described in my Poyer book as being modified in the Phillipines.
All three were fairly good condition, but the best one also had the end of the barrel turned to accept the bayonet, also had the "proud" wood at the bayonet band, was a model 99 on the reciever, had a sling, a great cartouch and was in very good condition.
The s/n is 230401.
I havnt had an opportunity to dig any deeper, but I took a chance and bought it after the bidding for $500.00.
I would be happy to send any photos to anyone direct that might care to offer an opinion?
I cant put pics on this site but would send dirct?
Thanks in advance,
Brad