Within the rectangle there is stamped a crown, FAT (Fabbricca d'Arma Terni, the government arsenal at Terni) and a two digit date (41, 42, or 43). These Terni produced M91/41 rifles have a serial number letter prefix that starts with an A or B. For example, my M91/41 is a FAT 43 with a serial number of AT1844. The 6.5mm x52 Mannlicher-Carcano M 91/38 short rifle with the serial number C2766 (Klein’s control number VC-836, catalog number C20-T750) was produced in 1940 in the Terni Arsenal. This particular firearm, serial number C2766, was made at the Royal Arms Factory in Terni and was manufactured in 1940. It’s chambered in 6.5x52mm — a cartridge invented in the late 1800s. This firearm has been oddly designated “Mannlicher Carcano” because of some features similar to Mannlicher’s firearms. The Carcano M1891 gave excellent service throughout the First Word War where Italy participated on the Allied side, fighting mainly against Austria. The barrel shank on this rifle is marked 'FAT 41', denoting its manufacture at Terni Arsenal in 1941. The stock has a nice cartouche, and all of the numbers appear to match on this rifle.
Carcano identification
Having been in production for so long and serving both World Wars, the Carcano has gone through a great many changes. Clear identification can be time consuming but there are clear indicators to guide you. This page is not meant to be an exhaustive reference. To analyze your Carcano in depth, please reference the following pages:
| Model | Length | Barrel Length | Weight | Sights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 Fucile Modello 91 | 50.56” | 30.69” | 8.44 lbs | 300m |
| 1891 Cavalry Moschetto Modello 91 da Cavalleria | 36.25” | 17.63” | 6.88 lbs | 300m |
| 1891 T.S. Moschetto Modello 91 per Truppe Speciali | 36.31” | 17.69” | 6.53 lbs | 300m |
| 91/24 Moschetto Modello 91/24 | 36.25” | 17.81” | 6.53 lbs | 300m |
| 91/28 Moschetto Modello 91/28 | 36.06” | 17.94” | 6.81 lbs | 300m |
| 38 Fucile Modello 91/38 | 40.12” | 21.06” | 7.44 lbs | 200m |
| 38 Cavalry Moschetto Modello 91/38 Cavalleria | 36.06” | 17.63” | 6.62 lbs | 200m |
| 38 T.S. Moschetto Modello 91/38 Truppe Speciali | 36.50” | 17.75” | 6.37 lbs | 200m |
| 1941 Fucile Modello 41 | 46.00” | 27.19” | 8.50 lbs | 300m |
| Japanese Type I Tipo I | 50.75” | 30.75” | 8.75 lbs | 400m |
- Condition:
- Make:Terni Carcano
- Model:Model 38 Fucile Modello 91/38
- Ammo Type:Centrefire
- Action Type:Bolt
- Bore Diameter:0.268
- Calibre:6.5x52mm Mannlicher-Carcano
- Serial Number:BE1378
Private User
| Seller Type: | Private User Licence # 82825820B |
|---|---|
| Location: | KEILOR LODGE, VIC, 3038 |
| Transferring Dealer: | Gunco Superstore, VIC, 3021 Licence # 57698950F |
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Description:
PRICE REDUCED!
All serious offers considered! Gun has to go, I need the room in the safe.
1941 Terni Carcano model M91/38 Carbine
In fair to better condition, no rust, bolt cycles nicely.
Some wear to barrel but rifling still present.
stock in good condition, no major cracks or splits.
Please see pictures.
For local buyers (i.e. no postage) I will also include a 20 rnd box of Highland Ax ammo.
Postage and transfer costs not included in the sale price.
Interstate buyers please contact me for freight costs.
Grab these rifles while you can, not many of these available for sale.
Italian Carcano Rifle Serial Numbers
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