HZa marked Carcano Moschetto Modello 91/38
These have been shown in this forum before, but here's a Gardone produced Moschetto Modello 91/38 'Cavalry Carbine' that I bought from a gentleman who had this in his collection since the 1980's. This one was likely carried very little, if at all. There is very little wear on the stock and metal, and the bore is pristine.
The arsenal/year identification is made by way of the serial number, indicating production at Gardone in late 1943-early 1944 (per DiGiorgio and Pettinelli). The carbine retains the fixed rear sight that was introduced in the earlier 7.35mm versions of the Cavalry Carbine, and the standard front sight and push-button lock and release mechanism for the under-folding bayonet. The receiver number matches that of the stock. All cartouches and stamps in the stock are very crisp and are evenly struck throughout.
This one found it's way into German possession, probably when Italy joined the Allies in September 1943 and German troops both disarmed Italian troops and seized weapons stores in arsenals, barracks, trains, et al. Weapons taken were supplied to RSI troops for further operations, or went into German possession. This one was sent to Ingolstadt 3, and is accordingly marked in the magnified picture below. I have been unable to identify the (ersatz) sling that it came with. The seller told me that it had been on it when he bought it, and we both agreed that it does not look or function like a purpose built sling or carry strap, but was probably taken from some kind of support gear. Any ideas as to it's origin and intended use are certainly welcome.
Best,
Pat
These have been shown in this forum before, but here's a Gardone produced Moschetto Modello 91/38 'Cavalry Carbine' that I bought from a gentleman who had this in his collection since the 1980's. This one was likely carried very little, if at all. There is very little wear on the stock and metal, and the bore is pristine.
The arsenal/year identification is made by way of the serial number, indicating production at Gardone in late 1943-early 1944 (per DiGiorgio and Pettinelli). The carbine retains the fixed rear sight that was introduced in the earlier 7.35mm versions of the Cavalry Carbine, and the standard front sight and push-button lock and release mechanism for the under-folding bayonet. The receiver number matches that of the stock. All cartouches and stamps in the stock are very crisp and are evenly struck throughout.
This one found it's way into German possession, probably when Italy joined the Allies in September 1943 and German troops both disarmed Italian troops and seized weapons stores in arsenals, barracks, trains, et al. Weapons taken were supplied to RSI troops for further operations, or went into German possession. This one was sent to Ingolstadt 3, and is accordingly marked in the magnified picture below. I have been unable to identify the (ersatz) sling that it came with. The seller told me that it had been on it when he bought it, and we both agreed that it does not look or function like a purpose built sling or carry strap, but was probably taken from some kind of support gear. Any ideas as to it's origin and intended use are certainly welcome.
Best,
Pat
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