Carcano M91 Cavalry Carbine – 6.5x52mm – w/ Bayonet – Italian Classic!

This is a no reserve penny auction for a Carcano Model 91 Cavalry Carbine bolt-action rifle in 6.5x52mm. Serial number- T08247. This rifle is in great overall condition, although there are dings and dents on the stock. It comes with an attached bayonet. Be sure to see all the photos for the exact condition. Note the sling broke due to age but we felt it gave the rifle a rugged battle-worn look.

Adopted in 1893, the M91 Carcano Cavalry Carbine was the smaller variant of the standard-issue 1891 infantry rifle. This model was much shorter and lighter than the original, which made it more maneuverable on the battlefield, particularly for light cavalry units. This model also featured the spike bayonet, gave cavalrymen an additional back-up if they were not using their sabers. Like the earlier models, the cavalry rifles are also chambered in 6.5X52mm or "6.5 Carcano" and feed from a 6-round En Bloc clip. Functionally, these were the same as the standard-issue infantry rifles but more compact.

Please see the photos to assess the condition of the rifle for yourself.