Gain twist rifling was used to extend the barrel life of this and all subsequent Carcano rifles until the Model 1938.

Model 1891 Fucile Modello 91 Length 50.56″ Barrel Length 30.69″ Weight 8.44 lbs Sights 300 meters and adjustable 600-2,000 Manufactured beginning in 1892, the Carcano Model 1891 was a hybrid design combining a native Italian bolt with a Mannlicher magazine system. Otherwise, please enjoy this Carcano identification guide. As we can lay hands on individual models and variations we’ll try to fill in the details. Remember, what is presented here is just enough information to be dangerous. While there are only a handful of models, the caliber and fitting variations are numerous. We’ve put together a simple visual guide to identifying the Carcano rifles. So I have a Carcano but the serial number on it says 3909 it also has a stamping on the barrel with re I. It was later scrutinized by local police, the FBI, the U. Jump to Kennedy assassination rifle - The rifle, made in the Terni arsenal in 1940 and bearing the serial number C2766, was equipped for an extra $7 with an inexpensive new 4x18 Japanese telescopic sight, on a sheet metal side mount. Terni arsenal and the markings on the butt are the serial number. I bought this Carcano Rifle in Nova Scotia. Carcano Rifles Serial Numbers 4,9/5 2273votes