MODEL 1891 MANNLICHER-CARCANO For Sale

$120.00

The Model 1891 Mannlicher-Carcano is a historically significant Italian military rifle chambered for the 6.5x52mm Carcano cartridge, featuring an innovative integrated 6-shot magazine forming part of the trigger guard housing. Available in two main variants—a carbine with an 18-inch barrel and a rifle with a 31-inch barrel—this firearm was designed to meet various tactical needs. It is easily recognizable by its straight bolt handle and adjustable rear sight, which enhance precision and usability. The robust military stock reflects its intended use in rigorous conditions, while the carbine version includes either a folding or detachable bayonet for close combat. Manufactured in Italian government arsenals in Terni, Brescia, Torre Annunziata, and Torino between approximately 1891 and 1918, around 3.5 to 4 million units were produced. This widespread production underscores the rifle’s extensive use in military operations of the era, making the Model 1891 Mannlicher-Carcano a notable piece of military history and a fascinating subject for collectors and historians.