Armchair Bronco
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I have an old Krag 30-40 Carbine from 1898 that I inherited years ago from my Granddad. He originally purchased the gun during the 1930's from the federal government, probably from the precursor of today's CMP.
Like a lot of craftsmen of his time, he sporterized the stock by adding a pistol grip and building up the comb. His work was impeccable, not your typical bubba-esque chop job.
The gun is still in great condition. True to form, the bolt action is as smooth as butter -- some say that the Krag 30-40 has the sweetest, smoothest bolt of any gun ever designed. I wouldn't disagree.
However, I've never had the courage to shoot this gun on account of its single locking lug on the bolt. Am I just being overly cautious, or should I "man up" and take this thing out the range?
Like a lot of craftsmen of his time, he sporterized the stock by adding a pistol grip and building up the comb. His work was impeccable, not your typical bubba-esque chop job.
The gun is still in great condition. True to form, the bolt action is as smooth as butter -- some say that the Krag 30-40 has the sweetest, smoothest bolt of any gun ever designed. I wouldn't disagree.
However, I've never had the courage to shoot this gun on account of its single locking lug on the bolt. Am I just being overly cautious, or should I "man up" and take this thing out the range?
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