| Accession Number | REL/02158 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Location | Main Bld: World War 2 Gallery: Gallery 2: Against G |
| Place made | Italy |
| Date made | 1917 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 First World War, 1914-1918 |
Carcano Model 91 Rifle
Description
Carcano Model 91 bolt action rifle. Breech stamped TURIN and the serial number. The butt has a hexagon arsenal stamp with FABBA D'ARMI DE TERNI 17 surrounding a crown over a shield with a cross and under neath PI 2560. It is complete with a light brown leather sling that has brass fixing studs.
History / Summary
This type of rifle was the standard issue weapon of the Italian Army during World War One but many were still on issue in the Second World War.