Carcano 91/38 Carbine Bolt Action 6.5x52mm Carcano Rifle
An Italian M91/38 Moschetto per Cavalleria rifle chambered in 6.5x52 Carcano with integral folding bayonet. 17.7 inch barrel.
SOLD AS SEEN
In good condition for it's age. Bore is bright and shiny with strong rifling.
Woodwork has been knocked a bit but it just adds to it’s authenticity.
These Carbines are beautiful to shoot.
CAN TRANSFER TO YOUR LOCAL RFD.
If you have any questions, please message me. Thanks.
These were adopted on 9 June 1893 when the nomenclature became official. These have been referenced as ‘for Cavalry’ (per Cavalleria) carbines in both English and Italian lingo however, it is incorrect and no such name has ever been used that called them as such. These were initially made to be issued to Cavalry Troops but were however issued to other troops as well such as the Carabinieri Reali, Bersaglieri Ciclisti, and later to the Paratroopers and the MVSN Troops.
Soldiers could carry more rounds of the 6.5 x 52 and its clip held 6 rounds vs. 5 per clip for almost all rifles of the other belligerents.
