Not having a decent reference handy, what's the going price on an M1898? I saw one for sale for 800+ in decent condition, neat gun, I would love to own one if cheap enough. That's not cheap enough IMO.
I'll have to check, may take a bit. But what is condition like 60%?, 80%? blue turned patina? is it all matching for era ('98) in parts and sights-many different permutations-so price could be a steal or a rip-off.