The Carcano rifIe was tsted in 1891 and officially adopted on the 29th of March 1892. After reports of inadequate performance at both short and long ranges[2][3] during the campaigns in Italian North Africa (19241934), and the Second Italo-Abyssinian War (1934), the Italian army introduced a new short rifle in 1938, the Modello 1938, together with a new cartridge in 7.3551mm caliber. Does this mean that it shot a bit better or that it was a little closer to the blueprints than the others Next question pertains to my M-41. No clip or cleaning rod, perfect bore. Discussion in 'For Sale or Trade' started by finderskeeperz, Nov 1, 2007. The original M91 gained better levels of fame. A few M 91/41 may have their bottom swivels Some or 8mm" could as well and even more literally refer to two not uncommon for rifles, machine guns, ammunition, pistols, smgs, and aircraft. A muzzle extension was added to the end of the barrel to bring it to legal barrel length after WW II. A round, seal type marking, about the size of a silver dollar on left (cheek) side of the butt. Left of the buttstock is a six edged box-but only the year is visible: Gun is very long will barely fit in my gun cabinet! No. Gardone Val Trompia; Appears to have a phosphated black finish instead of blue finish. Stock cracked, barrel very clean, no pitting, cannot tell if it has been rebuilt. M38S - manufactured Come back again soon! Japanese. Has lateral bayonet lug and special front sling swivel as per 1900 modification. During the Libyan Civil War in 2011, many rebels went into battle with their personally-owned weapons, including old bolt-action rifles and shotguns. 'parallaxscurioandrelicfirearmsforums' must be activated before you visit. metres, 6,5 mms at 200 metres). Sporterized in Italy in the 60s by Riva and sold in the US as. ISBN-10. The most likely conclusion is therefore that at least two, maybe three I have a funny feeling that not all the letters in the alphabet were used (sort of like the letter prefixes used with the French Mas36s), or certain factories were assigned certain blocks of letter prefixes. [12][13] As noted in the introduction, the word moschetto means literally "musket" but was used generally by Italian arms makers as a descriptor of Italian 20th century rifles, often shorter-barrelled rifles in the carbine style meant for other than regular infantry uses. Upon negative reports from the troops, In March 1963, Lee Harvey Oswald purchased a "6.5 [mm] Italian carbine", later improperly called a MannlicherCarcano (although it uses a Mannlicher-style en bloc clip system), through mail order, for $19.95 ($183.90 in 2022 dollars). What a wonderful article! Here is an example: stating "I have a Carcano Moschetto TS Mod. twin engine aircraft with phony RAF markings and radio call signs were Beretta; 1940 thru Carcano S Serial Numbers With AA When they expended the whole alphabet, the Italians then prefixed the serial numbers with AA, AB, AC.AZ, then they started the BA series, BB series, etc, etc. All early configuration other than forend left side swivel. http://www.il91.it/Sito/introduzione/IntroduzioneSito.htm, http://personal.stevens.edu/~gliberat/carcano/models.html, Collecting and Shooting the Military Surplus Rifle (2006) - Surplusrifle.com, Owen Machine Carbine (OMC) (Owen Sub-machine Gun), (You must log in or sign up to reply here. War and never made a M91/38 with fixed sights. [citation needed], German forces captured large quantities of Carcanos after Italy's capitulation in September 1943. Photo It appears that this rifle never had a front sling attachment, but it may have been filed off. part of Axis mutual aid pacts, and which is chambered for the 6,5x50 R You own a swiss rifle and don't know the exact type? internalized. and northeast into Arabia, Trans-Jordan, Palestine and beyond in the late This modification entered service in 1943, just before the Italian capitulation. Its official designation in Italian is simply Modello 1891, or M91 ('il novantuno'). It has a muzzle extension. This approach is a fairly compact method, but imprecise if the model It's chambered in 6.5x52mm a cartridge invented in the late 1800s. After the invasion of China, all Arisaka production was required for use of the Imperial Army, so the Imperial Navy contracted with Italy for this weapon in 1937. As such, a few creative people found ways around to have it functioning on Windows too. on the chamber end of the barrel. 1938 or 38) and in 6,5 mms (Mod. One conversion is the Tromboni Launchi Bombe (aka Troboncino Launcia Carcanos were made at six differentarsenals for more than 50 years, so the serial number doesn't havemuch meaning other than to match barrel and stock. A late M91/24 conversion, before production of M91/28's began. After World War II, Italy replaced its Carcano rifles first with British LeeEnfields and then with the US .30 caliber (7.62mm) M1 Garand semi-automatic rifle,[7] which the Italians labeled the 'Model 1952 (M52). Please enter the rifle serial number without prefix (ie. Tiro a Segno Nazionale (Two crossed rifles superimposing a bullseye They've even clamped down on replicas! It was developed by the chief technician Salvatore Carcano at the Turin Army Arsenal in 1890, and was originally called the Modello (model) 91 or simply M91. year. from the Israeli agents as Israel no longer needed them. With bayonet and two cleaning rod in butt. Moschetto M38 TS Russi (Russian); but this appears to be a naming after 1943, fixed sight (Left to Right) 7.92mm Mauser (also called 8mm Mauser), 6.5mm Carcano, and 7.35mm Carcano, Approximately 94,500 7.35mm Modello 1938 rifles were shipped to Finland, where they were known as. Can't speak for all Carcanos or import markings, but they probably only just put M91 because that is the base model of Carcano. As a consequence, large quantities of surplus Carcanos were sold in the United States and Canada beginning in the 1950s. I really like my 1891 Carcano long rifle. Pietro Lorenzotti; Or Learn more Continue ParallaxBills Curio Relic and Military Surplus Firear Login Join HOME ParallaxBills Curio Relic and Military Surplus Firear Parallaxs Curio Relics Firearm Forums are for collectors of military surplus firearms of all kinds and gun collecting in general. Beretta; History The Carcano rifle was developed at Fabbrica d'Armi de Torino in 1890 on the request of the Italian Army, who had recently decided on adopting the 6.552mm cartridge. In 1941, the Italian military returned to a long-barrelled infantry rifle once again (slightly shorter than the original M91), the Carcano M91/41. 25% in Hungary Caliber: 8x50mm rimmed. Comes as M91 (in various modifications), M91/24, M91/28, M38, (310 items) This was the standard bayonet for the Model 1891 Mannlicher Carcano Rifle, and served in both world wars. The magazine system uses en bloc charger clips which were originally developed and patented by Ferdinand Mannlicher, but the actual shape and design of the Carcano clip is derived from the German Model 1888 Commission Rifle. thus co-existed at the same time and to speak of "introduction times" Serial number is 4 digits. Regular length infantry rifles are named as fucile models. Approximately 60,000 Type I rifles were produced by Italian arsenals for Japan. Unlike the other Carcani, which have a 6 round charger-clip magazine, the Most parts made of brass alloy, painted black if visible. usually bear a large "S" mark on the receiver, and often also on the bolt repaired and came back to the arsenal. the Carcano enthusiast, Insignia The Type I was used primarily by Japanese Imperial Naval Forces and was chambered for the Japanese 6.550mm Arisaka cartridge. I hope you get a chance to borrow the camera. These old weapons saw combat once again due to the rebels' limited access to modern firearms. length to classify it as a carbine, so I am going to add it also. Manufactured beginning in 1892, the Carcano Model 1891 was a hybrid design combining a native Italian bolt with a Mannlicher magazine system. Any thoughts Jimski eagle7 3,448 Veteran member eagle7 3,448 Feb 28, 2008 5 2008-02-28T18:15 Jimski, sorry, I meant the 1943 dated Terni M41 rifles. The Carcano M1891 is an Italian bolt-action rifle that was designed by Salvatore Carcano. was discovered that they would blow up. Next page. Terni Carcano Rifle Serial Numbers By Robert Jensen This particular firearm, serial number C2766, was made at the Royal Arms Factory in Terni and was manufactured in 1940. Official reports have concluded that Oswald used this weapon to assassinate U. Retrieved from 'https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Carcano&oldid=915824978', Julio S. Guzmn, Las Armas Modernas de Infantera, Abril de 1953, Old Italian Carcanos Used by Rebels in Libya Revolutionary Program, July 7, 2011. What an exquisite article! In addition to the A.D. Christian year, there is from 1929 until 1943, the Arab agents were at this time seeking In addition to the slightly larger caliber, Italian ordnance designers introduced a spitzer-type bullet for the new cartridge, with the tip filled with aluminum to produce an unstable (tumbling) projectile upon impact in soft tissue (a design most likely copied from the .303 British Mk VII bullet). In addition to letting you explore and back up media files stored on your iOS device, this app also lets you extract data such as contacts, call logs, notes, bookmarks, and Web browsing history. Successively replacing the previous Vetterli-Vitali rifles and carbines in 10.3547mmR, it was produced from 1891 to 1945. followed by 4 numbers. Integral clip-loaded box magazine, 5 rounds The M95 was first manufactured at the Steyr plant, marked STEYR M95 and . He Model 6 Rolling block was made from 1901 to 1933. The Type I is based on the Type 38 rifle and uses a Carcano action, but retains the Arisaka/Mauser type 5-round box magazine. Regia Aeronautica (Letters 'RA' stamped). Keep in mind that the Italian alphabet doesnt use the letters J, K,W,X, and Y, but weirdly enough I have a M38 short rifle with a K prefix.hmmm. Thank you for sharing this informative one. Italian armed forces had enormous stocks of original Austrian M1895 rifles by one company: 6.5mm Photo 1938 rifles, but exchanged them in 1942 for 6.552mm arms. side sling swivel added onto the fucile style barrel band. bayonet lug on original nose cap altered from transversal TS shape to Blimey, that's a very impressive collection, Digger. 38 rifles nor carbines were ever re-barrelled to the old 6.552mm caliber. Chinese Warlord Armies 1911-30 by Philip Jowett, page 22. After reports of inadequate performance at both short and long ranges. Shooting tests, conducted by those groups and others using the original rifle or similar models, addressed questions about the speed and accuracy with which the Carcano could be fired. Syria: M91 carbines used after the 1946 Syrian independence, Tunisia: M91 rifles used by the Neo Destour, Carcano M38 cal.7.35x51mm shooting (video); close-up (video). Beretta; However, the Italian government was unable to successfully mass-produce the new arms in adequate quantities before the onset of war, and in 1940, all rifle and ammunition production reverted to 6.5mm, but no 7.35mm Mod. German forces captured large quantities of Carcanos after Italy's capitulation in September 1943. They were buying anything they could find. Several lots of Moschetti M91/38 TS (special troops' carbines) were chambered for the German 857mm Mauser sS heavy ball round. A WWII bringback with some sporterizing done to it. May of 1948 Israel declared its Independence and and was immediately invaded Additionally, some Libyan rebels preferred to use their familiar hunting weapons over the more modern, yet unfamiliar, assault rifles available. For example, there are the Guardie del Re (King's Guard) and If you a question(s) regarding identifying your Carcano, you can email us. PW Arms, INC is also an importer of Panzers. 'MS' appears to be an inspector's initials. 978-0764350818. Most of these rifles were still in use during the Sino-Japanese War of the 1930s and the Pacific War of the 1940s. - Buttplate: the M91/41 buttplate is slightly flatter and curves around In March 1963, Lee Harvey Oswald purchased a '6.5 [mm] Italian carbine', later improperly called a MannlicherCarcano (although it uses a Mannlicher-style en bloc clip system), through mail order, for $19.95 ($155 in 2015 dollars). Collectors hould keep in mind that these were all undertaken man Rather than guess a specific year for a specific serial number the charts below present a serial number range and the years that range started and ended based on the markings and additional resources. This bayonet is one of my longest owned pieces . Nightly illegal flights from Bratislava in Slovakia in a Dakota (C-47) Brescia; Walnut stock with lots of minor dings. 2562 # 13 Warren Report. Brescia; 1939 to 1941, Brescia; 1898 to 1919 Typical serial numbers of Carcani consist of either 1 or 2 letters For example a gun manufactured in 1918 may have a shortened year (Left to Right) 7.92mm Mauser (also called 8mm Mauser), 6.5mm Carcano, and 7.35mm Carcano, Approximately 94,500 7.35mm Modello 1938 rifles were shipped to Finland, where they were known as. Fucile (Long rifle): Several lots of Moschetti M91/38 TS (special troops' carbines) were chambered for the German 857mm Mauser sS heavy ball round. conversions of other types. The rifle was sporterized and is actually in very good condition with the exception of the pitted bore. Carcano M.1891 TS carbine, which was issued to Truppe Speciali. missing. Terni; It was the most commonly issued rifle to the German Volkssturm ('People's Militia') units in late 1944 and 1945. For example, my M9141 is a FAT 43 with a serial number of AT1844. and M91/41 Fucile. Richard Hobbs thinks, based on an oblique and unclear remark in Italian army Rifle has a swivel on the left butt, yet no side swivel in front. operating on the Russian front, and he thus calls this sub-model the military and are marked with the Star of David, others bare Arabic writing Brescia; 1894 to 1936 Cases where the phenotype is The Carcano Italy's Italian serial numbers marking system. by two companies: 6.5mm Photo the upper side of the buttstock, so the upper screw enters from above, Late war production, but with original (stained) beechwood stock. Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes: In 1921 the Kingdom had about 11,000 Italian M91 rifles in stock. Looks like it is import stamped. 1937, M38 - manufactured The Type I is based on the Type 38 rifle and uses a Carcano action, but retains the Arisaka/Mauser type 5-round box magazine. Brescia; M91 - manufactured R.E. Either a new stock was added or the original was cut down a few inches and varnished. Japanese Type 38 Arisaka long rifle from 1905. 1970 70C prefix before Ser. ). It was later scrutinized by local police, the FBI, the U. I also found out that the An interesting other "Carcano" model, in the wider sense, is the original manufacturer markings and an additional small oval rework marking Original M91 stock shortened and reshaped to TS configuration. I have a carbine length Carcano, It was made in 1918 in Rome. Successively replacing the previous Vetterli-Vitali rifles and carbines in 10.3547mmR, it was produced from 1891 to 1945. 'E', 'P'). Metallurgica Bresciana; After the invasion of China, all Arisaka production was required for use of the Imperial Army, so the Imperial Navy contracted with Italy for this weapon in 1937. A deal was by two companies: 7.92mm Photo M91/28 - manufactured However, the Italian government was unable to successfully mass-produce the new arms in adequate quantities before the onset of war, and in 1940, all rifle and ammunition production reverted to 6.5 mm, but no 7.35 mm Mod. cms (36 inches). Read more. 1943 saw the introduction of a German style grenade launcher It has very little in the way of anything stamped on it other than FAT 1947 in the stock, the serial number and the usual Made in Italy on the barrel along with a crown in a square and a small star and what looks like an acorn. all of the guns called Carbines, the Fucile Corto is within the 21" barrel Beretta; 1939 Rifles manufactured after 1921 will have a date code consisting of 2 letters stamped on the left side of the barrel near the receiver. At least one small arms authority noted inconsistencies in powder types in arsenal-loaded 6.552mm military ammunition, often with different powder types and ammunition lots intermixed within a single clip of ammunition. M38S - manufactured by two companies: 7.92mm Photo Brescia; 1939 to 1941, R.E.Terni. However, from a time 11 months before Oswald placed his order, the Chicago sporting goods store from which he purchased it had been shipping the slightly longer 40.2-inch (102cm) Model 91/38 under the same ad, and this is the weapon Oswald received. [5] They were primarily used by security and line-of-communications troops during the Winter War of 19391940, though some frontline troops were issued the weapon. [7] True sniper versions never existed, but in World War I a few rifles were fitted with telescopic lenses and issued for service use (World War II scoped rifles were strictly prototypes). Ethiopian Empire: captured from the Italian forces in 1896, Mali: People's Movement for the Liberation of Azawad, Netherlands: The British sent captured Carcanos to the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army. Keep in mind that the Italian alphabet doesnt use the letters J, K,W,X, and Y, but weirdly enough I have a M38 short rifle with a K prefix.hmmm. June 28, 2016. Exists as M91, M38, M 38 S, M91/38. The assassination was one of the factors leading to passage of the Gun Control Act of 1968, which banned mail order sales of firearms. See all details. RUSSIAN World War I bounty weapons: Fascist year and common era year are not identical (just like secular and milled off after production. Stock cartouche is faint but appears to be a square parchment(? Approximately 60,000 Type I rifles were produced by Italian arsenals for Japan. Web Reference: M38-manufactured by Rifle has old style bolt with extractor through locking lug. Cal. adjustable rear sight from rifle. [7] Two small batches of Moschetti M91/38 TS carbines shows barrels marked 1938 and 1941, but they were not used at these times with any Italian forces, and their peculiar serial numbering suggests that these might just be rebored unused surplus barrels that were converted with other ones after 1945. would mislead the reader. many of them were tampered with so that they could not be of use once it This modification entered service in 1943, just before the Italian capitulation. 10,000 were assembled to fulfill a contract even though they would specifications and naming conventions are not fully understood and a large number of captured Italian small arms to the Dutch in East Indies Stamp on stock between side sling and butt plate still visable but not readable. The 1944 - early 1945 vintage Carcano rifles and carbines I have seen dont have dates, and many are dont have the factory name either. There is no obvious year marking anywhere in AD or roman numerals. barrel base (instead of the old half-octagonal configuration with five and Iraq were all involved. for the RSI Black Brigade He Model 6 Rolling block was made from 1901 to 1933. Hexagonal stamp on left side, hard to read, with Royal shield and date of 1897. Round, illegible stock cartouche on left side buttstock, above serial#. Many 7.92mm Carcano carbines were apparently exported to Egypt after World War II, where they served as drill and training carbines. Brit proof marks on the left side of the barrel lets you know id visited England at some point. The Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes: In 1921 the Kingdom had about 11,000 Italian M91 rifles in stock. IIRC, the first series was a plain serial number with up to four digits. these features were changed, and the old style rifles were almost all I bet the Moisin Nagant must have a kick to it with it's heavier cartridge. like the one below of Italian Troops. They by three companies: 6.5mm accomodate the new nosecap. Introduced in 1891, this rifle was chambered for the rimless 6.552mm Carcano round (Cartuccia Modello 1895). Until 1938, all M91 rifles and carbines were chambered for the rimless 6.552mm Modello 1895 cartridge, using a round-nose metal case bullet of 160 grains weight at approximately 2,000-2,400 ft/s muzzle velocity, depending upon barrel length. Rifle was described as a WWII Veteran souvenier. In 1941, the lengthier version of Carcano was designed and manufactured. It is almost impossible that two Carcanos would have identical serial numbers unless someone altered them. This T.S. Brescia; 1894 to 1936 Gardone Val Trompia; 1935 to 1937 R.E.Terni; 1928 to 1937 M38 - manufactured by four companies: 7.35mm Beretta; 1939 Brescia; 1938 Gardone Val Trompia; 1939 R.E. following variant: This was done in the Terni arsenal between 1922 to 1928 or 1929 and stamped on the barrel next to the original manufacture date. R.E. You will have to call Colt with the serial number to find out. Faint outline of a large cartouche in the stock by the serial #. I have a 1939 dated M-38 in 7.35mm that has the crossed rifles stamped into the left side of the chamber area of the barrel. done by Heinrich Krieghoff at plant 12 Additionally, some Libyan rebels preferred to use their familiar hunting weapons over the more modern, yet unfamiliar, assault rifles available. Create your own unique website with customizable templates. [5] According to reports, the Finns disliked the rifle. The rifle was also used during the Winter War by Finland, and again by regular and irregular forces in Syria, Libya, Tunisia and Algeria during various postwar conflicts in those countries. The wood grain was then sealed, but not varnished. M38 - manufactured Strange that. The proposition was declined in 1922 and these rifles remained in Yugoslav hands until 1941. And yes, the bolt's a little coarse to. Here is a quick walk through few significant moments in the Carcano history: In 1938, ninety-four thousand 7.35 mm Carcanos were sent to Finland. In March 1963, Lee Harvey Oswald purchased a '6.5 [mm] Italian carbine', later improperly called a MannlicherCarcano (although it uses a Mannlicher-style en bloc clip system), through mail order, for $19.95 ($155 in 2015 dollars). Rome in a given year. number only also exist. Brescia manufactured Helpful. The Type I is based on the Type 38 rifle and retains the Carcano action, but uses the Arisaka/Mauser type 5-round box magazine. Chinese Warlord Armies 1911-30 by Philip Jowett, page 22. "Large S" on 7.92x57 IS Brescia; Two long rifles exist, namely the M91 and the M91/41 (the preceding M to buy rifles for their forces and were duped into buying the Carcano's Muzzle velocity 620 m/sec [2030 fps] with M1893 ball cartridge Action: Straight-pull bolt action, with two lugs on a detachable bolt head engaging the receiver. The Type I Carcano rifle was produced by Italy for the Japanese Empire prior to World War II. All variants used the same Carcano bolt action, fed by an en-bloc clip; the rifles and carbines had different barrel lengths and differences in stocks and sights depending on barrel length. Terni Carcano Rifle Serial Numbers Value During the Libyan Civil War in 2011, many rebels went into battle with their personally-owned weapons, including old bolt-action rifles and shotguns. This gun is missing several parts but may be restored if possible (got the gun for free). Missing handguard. If you wish to add information to the database, please send us the information. redundant: Fucile, Moschetto Cavalleria (Cav. Moschetto per Cavalleria redundant is the M91/24 Moschetto T.S., M91/28 Moschetto T.S. No. It appears as though this gun was reblued and the stock was refinished.the bolt holding on the bayonet is incorrect. on top of the barrel breech, indicating the reworking arsenal (mostly Its official designation in Italian is simply Modello 1891, or M91 ("il novantuno"). ", "Inferior Arms Hobble Rebels in Libya War", "Libyan rebels make gains against Gaddafi forces in western mountains", "Carcano Identification: A Quick and Dirty Guide for Variations", "Italian Carcano Rifles Captured by Austro-Hungary", "BULGARIAN SMALL ARMS OF WORLD WAR II, PART I: SOME OLD AND SOME NEW. Launcia Bombe Photos R.E.Terni; 1928 to Gardone is the maker. bayonet; it is fixed to a permanent muzzle mounting, but hinges back On the chamber end of the barrel above stock on left: The back of the bolt behind the safety has an. These old weapons saw combat once again due to the rebels' limited access to modern firearms. Syria: M91 carbines used after the 1946 Syrian independence, Tunisia: M91 rifles used by the Neo Destour, Carcano M38 cal.7.35x51mm shooting (video); close-up (video). (which I suspect. Century Arms importation marks on muzzle. Create your own unique website with customizable templates. During the Libyan Civil War in 2011, many rebels went into battle with their personally-owned weapons, including old bolt-action rifles and shotguns. Carcano Modello 1891 (M91) - The Carcano Modello 1891 service rifle . M91/38 model in and by itself. 1938 7.35mm rifles were issued to the Finnish Navy, as well as anti-aircraft, coastal defense, and other second-line (home front) troops.[5]. Terni Carcano Description: Italian Militray Surplus - Wartime Production: Terni Carcano, 38 T.S., 7.35 x 51mm, Manufactured 1928-1930, with a detachable bayonet. Beware. This MIDA Brescia rifle was found with 95% of its finish missing. If you a question(s) regarding identifying your Carcano, you can email us. by three companies: 6.5mm Photo Carcano Home Page I had it confused with 6.5x54 Dutch just a short while ago. No. Large, but very faint, illegible wood cartouche, left side buttstock above serial number. A Carcano Model 91/38 was used to assassinate US President John F. Kennedy. Carcano Serial Number Lookup Model The Type I Carcano rifle was produced by Italy for the Japanese Empire prior to World War II. the serial number is stamped on the hosel of the driver (hard to find, but its there), the serial number for the irons set can be found on the hosel of the 6 iron. by two companies: 7.92mm Photo Condition 90%. Return to the American mirror of the Carcano Home Page. Some were also converted to 6.554mm MannlicherSchnauer, one of the standard cartridges of the Greek military at the time. 38 rifles nor carbines were ever re-barreled to the old 6.552mm caliber. The assassination was one of the factors leading to passage of the Gun Control Act of 1968, which banned mail order sales of firearms. The only thing stamped on the rifle is the serial number. 91/40 was a long trial rifle which was never distributed at large). Terni m91/38 carcano description: terni m91/38 carcano in 6.5 carcano cal., with 28' barrel. Mauser caliber gun. Mauser; 8 x 57 IS; 8mm Mauser). One manufacturer, FNA Stock refinished. The Short Rifle has a buttplate with a small (hard-to-pry-open) trapdoor Has some kind of large crested marking with an, Brass placque on left side of butt saying. Below is a table of manufacturers showing the production years for the Following lawsuits over its ownership, the rifle ended up in storage at the National Archives. are all variants of the same M91 Carcano. [35] The advertisement only specified a "6.5 Italian Carbine" and actually shows a Carcano model M91 TS, which was the 36-inch (91cm) Carcano carbine model sold through the ad when it was originally placed. It is almost impossible that two Carcanos would have identical serial numbers unless someone altered them. Walnut stock. We call them "M38 S" here, because they Carcano rifles serial numbers carcano model identification database m91 38 the nomenclature and of various number should be imprinted on chamber end barrel jan. 6.5x52 Carcano: AM669: Terni: 1940: XVIII: Segno Tiro Nazionale: 91/38: Fucile Corto. 1940 to 1945, fixed sight, after 43 this gun had no markings other than gun was produced before or after the anniversary day of the March on R.E. M1891 rifles also had the serial number on the bolt flat, but this was later discontinued. After the invasion of China, all Arisaka production was required for use of the Imperial Army, so the Imperial Navy contracted with Italy for this weapon in 1937. After reports of inadequate performance at both short and long ranges. CARCANO SERIAL NUMBER DATABASE for Mac offers you an easy way to catalog your video game library and keep a digital record of it. Its official designation in Italian is simply Modello 1891, or M91 ('il novantuno'). 1 - find serial number on weapon 2- find book with serial number data for weapon you have. When they expended the whole alphabet, the Italians then prefixed the serial numbers with AA, AB, AC.AZ, then they started the BA series, BB series, etc, etc. Sep 04, 2020 That seems to be a Fucile 91/41, probably reworked post-war (hence the discrepancy between butt and barrel numbers), sporterized and rechambered to 6.5x54 Mannlicher-Schoenauer with British civilian proof for use as a hunting rifle. 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