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Finnish Issue Mannlicher Carcano M.1938 Short Rifle 
Caliber: 7.35 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $495
Inventory # manc_0051
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DESCRIPTION: Finnish World War
Two Mannlicher Carcano M.1938 short rifle in 7.35 mm caliber.
Manufactured at Terni Arms Factory in Italy in 1939,
as indicated by markings on the chamber and the buttstock. Finnish
army property mark, "SA" is stamped on the left
side of the chamber. The rear sight is marked, "CAL.
7,35". Mismatched serial numbers (different serial
numbers are stamped on the chamber and stock; no serial numbers
are stamped on the remaining parts, which is correct for this
model). Turned down bolt handle. Fixed rear and front sights.
Correct style of the buttplate with a trap for a three-piece
cleaning rod hidden in the buttstock (cleaning rod not included).
CONDITION: Excellent. 97% of original blue is still
on metal. The blue finish is worn mostly on the edges of the
buttplate and on the barrel, near the muzzle. The left side of
the magazine shows a small dent (please, see pictures). Excellent
bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the
internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition. All the
markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The stock
is nice, solid and smooth (lightly refurbished by the Finnish
arsenal?). There are only a few handling marks on the stock.
No cracks in the wood. No import markings. Overall length is
40 inch. Barrel length is 21 inch. A very nice example of
Finnish World War Two issue M.38 Mannlicher Carcano in 7.35 mm
caliber. Serial# Q76XX. |
Scarce Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/41 Rifle Made by
Armaguerra Cremona
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $750
Inventory # manc_0028
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DESCRIPTION: The last model of
Mannlicher Carcano infantry rifle! This is a 1942 production
M.1891/41 rifle made by Armaguerra Cremona, which
is much less common than Terni-manufactured rifles. The arsenal
markings are stamped on the back of the barrel, "1942
XX Armaguerra Cremona, Italian Royal Army Crown over 'RE'"
and "Crest of Savoy". This model of Carcano
rifle was built still in 6.5 mm caliber, but with constant pitch
rifling. Matching serial numbers. The matching serial
numbers are stamped on the left side of the chamber and on the
left side of the buttstock. The bolt does not display a serial
number, which is correct for this model (the bolts of M.41 rifles
did not have serial numbers). There are no numbers stamped on
all the remaining parts, which is also correct for this model
of Carcano rifle. All the serial numbers are factory original
and they were not restamped. A nice cartouche is stamped
on the left side of the buttstock with the following wording,
"1942 XX Armaguerra Cremona SA". There are also
following markings stamped on the left side of the buttstock,
"FAG 46, 2, 1". The right side of the buttstock
displays wording, "Made in Italy". These markings are
typical for Italian military rifles that were exported as a surplus
after the World War Two. Some smaller markings are also visible
on the on the stock. The rear sights are calibrated to one thousand
meter. Complete with an original cleaning rod and a leather sling.
No import markings. CONDITION: Excellent. 97-98% of crisp
blue finish is still on metal. Some scattered patina on the
bolt and on the buttplate. Fine bore with strong and shiny
rifling. Strong action. All the markings and numbers on metal
and wood are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the rifle
are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Solid stock
with some handling marks and light dings. No cracks of any kind
to the wood. The leather sling is still in good condition. A
very nice example of scarce Armaguerra Cremona manufactured
Mannlicher Carcano M.41 rifle! Serial# QB81XX. |
Very Scarce Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/41 Target Rifle
with Double Set Triggers
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $1475
Inventory # manc_0047
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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Italian
Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/41 target rifle with double set triggers.
M.1891/41 was the last model of Mannlicher Carcano infantry rifle.
The rifles with double set triggers were built for the military
target shooting. They were still used in both, national
and international shooting matches in the 1960-s. The
arsenal markings are stamped on the back of the barrel, "A
Royal Army Crown over FAT 41" (Terni arsenal, 1941).
This model of Carcano rifle was built still in 6.5 mm caliber,
but with constant pitch rifling. Matching serial numbers (stamped
on the chamber and stock only; no serial numbers are stamped
on the remaining parts, which is correct for this model). A beautiful
cartouche with a Crest of Savoy is stamped on the
left side of the buttstock (please, see pictures). There
are also some smaller markings stamped on the stock. The chamber
and receiver displays a couple of small Italian proof marks,
with "Crown" and "Crest of Savoy".
The rear sights are calibrated to one thousand meter. The bolt
with turned down handle. Correct style buttplate, without a trap.
One barrel band and a nosecap with a bayonet lug. Complete with
an original cleaning rod. No import markings. CONDITION: Excellent.
97-98% of crisp blue finish is still on all metal parts,
except for the magazine which was cleaned to white metal. Excellent++
bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. The
double set triggers work perfectly. All the markings and
numbers on metal are clearly visible. All the internal parts
of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear.
Solid stock with minor handling marks. A very nice example
of Mannlicher Carcano M.41 target rifle! Serial# E29XX. |
Scarce, Accuracy Marked Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891
Rifle
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $675
Inventory # manc_0046
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DESCRIPTION: Original
Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 infantry rifle as issued during
the World War One. The rifle was manufactured at Terni
arsenal in 1916, as indicated by markings on the chamber.
The left side of the chamber displays accuracy markings,
"Two Crossed Rifles". This is a symbol of the
Tiro a Segno Nazionale (National Target Shooting Association).
This mark indicates that the barrel was tested for its accuracy
and selected for match competition. The rifles with such a
mark are usually very accurate! The chamber and receiver
displays couple of small Italian proof marks, with "Crown"
and "Crest of Savoy". Mismatched serial numbers.
Different serial numbers are stamped on chamber, bolt and stock.
No serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts of the
rifle, which is correct for this model. The rear sight is calibrated
to 2000 meter. Correct style buttplate, without a trap. One barrel
band and a nosecap with a bayonet lug. Missing the cleaning rod.
CONDITION: Fine. 85% of blue finish is still on metal.
The wear is mostly on the edges of metal parts. Some blue is
turning to brownish color. Some patina and/or peppering on the
magazine walls. Light cleaning marks are present on the receiver
and magazine. The buttplate shows uniform brown patina. Excellent
bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the
internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition. All the markings
are clearly visible on metal. Solid stock with usual handling
marks, dings and small scratches. No cracks to the wood. Some
wear to wood in the lower part of the stock, near the cleaning
rod channel. The wood was most likely refurbished long time ago.
No import markings. Nice example of Mannlicher Carcano
M.1891 rifle with accuracy markings. Serial# VN467XX. |
Scarce, Accuracy Marked Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891
TS Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $795
Inventory # manc_0044
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DESCRIPTION: Italian Mannlicher
Carcano M.1891 TS carbine, which was issued to Truppe
Speciali. The left side of the chamber displays accuracy
markings, "Two Crossed Rifles". This is
a symbol of the Tiro a Segno Nazionale (National Target
Shooting Association). This mark indicates that the barrel was
tested for its accuracy and selected for match competition. The
guns with such a mark are usually very accurate! The carbine
still has an old style TS nosecap. The carbine displays an arsenal
name and a date of production on the chamber, "Brescia
1916". This model of Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber
with progressive rifling. Correct style of the buttplate without
a trap. Turned down bolt handle. Complete with the cleaning rod.
Matching serial numbers (stamped on the chamber and stock
only; no serial numbers are stamped on the remaining parts, which
is correct for this model). The carbine takes a special M.1891
TS saber bayonet (not included). The carbine has standard M.1891
TS front and rear sights. The rear sight is calibrated to 1500
meter. This carbine has sling swivels installed on the left side
of the stock. The sling swivels in the lower part of the buttstock
and on the nosecap were removed when the carbine was upgraded
by an Italian arsenal. The hole from the sling swivel in the
lower part of the buttstock is covered with a wooden plug (please,
see pictures). Overall length is 36.25 inch. Barrel length is
17.75 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 84% of blue finish is still
on metal. The wear is mostly on the edges of metal parts. Some
blue finish is turning to brownish color. Occasional spots of
light patina. Solid stock with some handling marks, scratches
and dings. Fine bore with strong rifling. Strong action.
All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition.
All the markings are clearly visible on metal. No import markings.
Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 TS carbine in all original condition.
Serial# T35XX. |
Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 TS Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $595
Inventory # manc_0043
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DESCRIPTION: Italian Mannlicher
Carcano M.1891 TS carbine, which was issued to Truppe
Speciali. The carbine still has an old style TS nosecap.
The carbine displays an arsenal name and a date of production
on the chamber, "Brescia 1917". This model of
Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber with progressive rifling.
Correct style of the buttplate without a trap. Turned down bolt
handle. The cleaning rod is missing. Matching serial numbers
(stamped on the chamber and stock only; no serial numbers
are stamped on the remaining parts, which is correct for this
model). The serial number on the buttstock was force matched,
which was a common practice when the guns were refurbished by
Italian arsenals. The carbine takes a special M.1891 TS saber
bayonet (not included). The carbine has standard M.1891 TS front
and rear sights. The rear sight is calibrated to 1500 meter.
This carbine has sling swivels installed on the left side of
the stock. The sling swivels in the lower part of the buttstock
and on the nosecap were removed when the carbine was upgraded
by an Italian arsenal. The hole from the sling swivel in the
lower part of the buttstock is nicely covered with a wooden plug
(please, see pictures). The receiver ring displays two stamps,
"Made in Italy". Overall length is 36.25 inch. Barrel
length is 17.75 inch. CONDITION: Fine+. 96% of crisp blue
finish is still on metal. The wear is mostly on the edges of
metal parts. Solid stock with some handling marks and light dings.
Fine+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action.
All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition.
All the markings are clearly visible on metal. The rear sight's
gutta-percha push button is broken off (on the left side of the
rear sight, please, see pictures). No import markings. Mannlicher
Carcano M.1891 TS carbine in very nice condition. Serial#
AT99XX. |
Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/24 TS Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $450
Inventory # manc_0042
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DESCRIPTION: Italian Mannlicher
Carcano M.1891/24 TS carbine, which was issued to Truppe
Speciali. This model of the carbine was produced from existing
M.1891 rifles from the time of the Great War. The carbine displays
an arsenal name and a date of production on the chamber, "Terni
1917", as well as a modification cartouche, "FARE
25 TERNI" (converted to M.91/24 TS at Terni in 1925).
This model of Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber with progressive
rifling. Correct style of the buttplate without a trap. Turned
down bolt handle. The cleaning rod is missing. Matching serial
numbers (stamped on the chamber and stock only; no serial
numbers are stamped on the remaining parts, which is correct
for this model). The left side of the buttstock displays a fading
cartouche with an Italian Royal Crown over the Crest of Savoy.
The carbine takes a standard M.1891 saber bayonet (not included).
The carbine has standard M.1891 front and rear sights. The rear
sight was recalibrated to 1500 meter. This carbine has sling
swivels installed on the left side of the stock and barrel band.
Overall length is 36.25 inch. Barrel length is 17.75 inch. CONDITION:
Very good+ to fine. 65% of thin finish is still on metal.
The finish turned to uniform gray color. Solid stock with numerous
handling marks, dings and scratches. Very good bore with strong
rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine
are in very good condition. All the markings are clearly visible
on metal. No import markings. Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/24
TS carbine in all original condition. Serial# OK62XX. |
Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/28 TS Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $495
Inventory # manc_0041
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DESCRIPTION: Italian Mannlicher
Carcano M.1891/28 TS carbine, which was issued to Truppe
Speciali. This is basically M.1891 TS carbine upgraded to
M.1891/28 TS configuration. The carbine displays an arsenal name
and a date of production on the chamber, "Brescia 1918".
This model of Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber with progressive
rifling. Correct style of the buttplate without a trap. Turned
down bolt handle. Complete with the cleaning rod. Matching
serial numbers, except for the bolt (the matching serial
numbers are stamped on the chamber and stock only; the bolt displays
a different number; no serial numbers are stamped on the remaining
parts, which is correct for this model). The carbine takes a
standard M.1891 saber bayonet (not included). The carbine has
standard M.1891 TS front and rear sights. The rear sight is calibrated
to 1500 meter. This carbine has two sets of sling swivels, installed
on the left side of the buttstock and barrel band, and under
the buttstock and barrel band. Overall length is 36.25 inch.
Barrel length is 17.75 inch. CONDITION: Fine+. 97% of
crisp blue finish is still on metal. The wear is mostly on the
edges of metal parts. Nice stock with minor handling marks. There
is a small hairline crack in the upper part of the buttstock,
just behind the receiver tang. The stock was refurbished, with
an extra layer of varnish added to the wood finish. Fine bore
with strong rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts
of the carbine are in fine condition. All the markings are clearly
visible on metal. No import markings. Mannlicher Carcano M.1891/28
TS carbine in very nice condition. Serial# BE31XX. |
Scarce Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1938/43 Short Rifle
Caliber: 7.92 x 57 mm
Price: $450
Inventory # manc_0023
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Italian World
War Two Mannlicher Carcano M.1938/43 short rifle in 7.92 mm Mauser
caliber. These rifles were reportedly manufactured at Armaguerra
Arms Factory in Cremona in 1944 for the Italian forces
still fighting alongside the Germans. The caliber designation
is stamped on the rear sight, "7.9 mm". The
barrel is bored for a standard German 7.92mm Mauser cartridge.
The bolt-head face was modified accordingly. The rifle
still uses Mannlicher style clip. Correct, turned down
bolt handle. Solid buttplate without the trap door. Fixed notch
rear sight set for 300 meter. Complete with the cleaning rod.
Some sources indicate that M.91 action is only marginally
strong for use with 7.92 mm. This rifle is sold as a collector
item only and not for shooting! CONDITION: Very good.
70% of blue finish still on metal. Some spots of light peppering
and patina on the barrel band and magazine. Excellent+ bore
with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal
parts of the rifle are in fine condition. All the markings are
clearly visible on metal. Solid stock in original finish with
usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Scattered spots of
white paint on the buttstock. Matching serial numbers (stamped
on the chamber and stock only; no serial numbers are stamped
on the remaining parts, which is correct for this model). Import
markings on the barrel. Length: 36.25 inch. Only a small quantity
of M.1938/43 rifles was manufactured. Serial# 980XX. |
Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 Cavalry Carbine
Caliber: 6.5mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $450
Inventory # manc_0012
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DESCRIPTION: Mannlicher Carcano
M.1891 cavalry carbine, also issued to Carabinieri and cyclist
troops. Matching serial numbers (stamped on the chamber
and stock only; no serial numbers are stamped on the remaining
parts, which is correct for this model). The carbine displays
the arsenal name abbreviation on the chamber, "F.NA-B"
(Fabbrica Nazionale d'Armi, Brescia). Turned down bolt handle.
Complete with triangular, folding bayonet fixed beneath the barrel,
original two piece cleaning rod hidden in compartment in the
buttstock, and leather sling. The latter displays Finnish army
property mark, "SA". The folding bayonet assembly
was moved forward about an inch on the barrel (perhaps, in order
to satisfy the US law about the minimum length of imported long
guns?). No import markings. CONDITION: Fine. 90%
of crisp original blue on metal. Some light patina on the bolt.
Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action.
All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition.
All the markings are clearly visible on metal. Solid stock with
some handling marks and light dings. The leather sling is in
fine condition. Nice Mannlicher Carcano cavalry carbine!
Length: 37 inch. Serial# YQ31XX. |
Very Scarce Ministry of War Shooting Competition Prize Mannlicher
Carcano M.1891 Rifle
Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless.
Price: $1475
Inventory # man_0031
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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce
Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 'prize' rifle with a brass plate
attached to the right side of the butt stock with the following
wording: "VIII GARA GENERALE DI TIRO A SEGNO PREMIO DEL
MINISTERO DELLA GUERRA" ("8th General Target Shooting
Competition - Prize of the Ministry of War"). At the
end of 19th Century Italian government established a system of
hundreds of gun ranges with a sole purpose to promote marksmanship
and prepare civilian population for national emergency. Participation
was encouraged and the best shooters received 'prize' rifles,
initially Vetterlis, and later, Carcanos. This is one of such
'prize' rifles. Similar rifles were described by Ron Azzi
in his article, "Italian 'Prize' Rifles" published
in The Military Rifle Journal in October 1999 (posted
on gunboards.com). The rifle displays a nice cartouche on the
left side of the butt stock with Crest of Savoy and following
wording, "FABB. D'ARMI....TERNI 1934 XII". Matching
serial numbers. The serial number on the stock seemed to
be restamped at one point to match the number on the receiver,
in the typical Italian manner. The receiver was made in Rome,
while the stock has Terni markings. Complete with cleaning rod.
CONDITION: Fine, with 90% blue on metal. Fine
bore with strong rifling. Strong action. All the internal
parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear.
All the markings are clearly visible on metal. Solid stock with
numerous handling marks. No cracks in the wood. No import
markings. Historically important Mannlicher Carcano for the
advanced collector of Italian rifles. Serial# ORK9XX. |
