PW Arms M91 Cavalry Carbine 6.5 Carcano Bolt-Action, Italian Import, 17.7 in Barrel, Folding Bayonet
This PW Arms import is an Italian Carcano M91 Cavalry Carbine chambered in 6.5 Carcano. Notable features include a compact 17.7 in barrel, an integral folding triangular spike bayonet, and a side-mounted sling bar designed for mounted carry. It retains clear import markings and uses the classic Mannlicher-type en-bloc internal magazine with a bottom exit opening.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: There are significant markings and areas of rust from prior handling and use. The bore is described as bright and clean upon inspection.
What's Included
- PW Arms M91 Cavalry Carbine (6.5 Carcano)
- Integral folding triangular spike bayonet
This M91 Cavalry Carbine was manufactured in Italy and imported by PW Arms, with markings that include "ITALY M.91 6.5x52mm" and "PW ARMS REDMOND, WA." The importer utilized an applied serial style typical for these imports.
The rifle is a bolt-action with a bolt-mounted safety and a 5-round Mannlicher-type en-bloc internal magazine that ejects through the bottom opening. It is chambered for 6.5 Carcano (6.5x52mm), aligning with the original Italian service configuration.
Built for mounted troops, this carbine configuration centers on a 17.7 in barrel, the integral folding triangular spike bayonet, and a side-mounted sling bar for practical carry. The hardwood stock features a steel buttplate, and the length of pull measures 12.5 in.
Sighting is handled by iron sights: a fixed front blade set within a protected block and an adjustable tangent rear sight, offering a period-correct sighting arrangement.