Italian Terni Arsenal Carcano Modello 1891 6.5 Carcano Sporterized Bolt-Action Rifle, 20 in Threaded Barrel, Single-Shot
This Terni Arsenal Carcano Modello 1891 is an Italian 6.5 Carcano bolt-action rifle configured in a sporterized, single-shot setup. It features a 20-inch barrel with external muzzle threads, a blued steel receiver, and a simplified sporter stock. Markings include the TERNI cartouche and an oval inspection stamp, with a serial prefix of "1Q" on the left shank.
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 Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid functional shape. Scratches and blemishes are present. The bore is clean and shiny. Rust and pitting are present. The stock has a deer silhouette painted on the right side of the butt.
What’s Included
- Terni Arsenal Carcano Modello 1891 bolt-action rifle (sporterized configuration)
Built on the Carcano 1891-series action with a split-bridge receiver and straight bolt handle, this rifle retains its core Italian military lineage while presenting a streamlined sporter profile. The blued steel receiver and barrel carry the TERNI cartouche on the shank and an oval inspection stamp, with a visible "1Q" serial prefix on the left shank facet.
The rifle has been configured for single-shot operation. The original en-bloc clip system has been removed/blocked and the clip opening is covered, resulting in a 1-round capacity. The barrel measures 20 inches and features external muzzle threads with no device installed.
Sighting is straightforward and practical: a barrel-mounted adjustable tangent rear sight with a flip-up sliding leaf pairs with a simplified post front sight at the muzzle. Carcano 6.5mm barrels typically feature progressive-twist rifling, and this example shows fair, serviceable rifling.
The one-piece hardwood stock is sporterized with a shortened fore-end, no upper handguard, and a steel buttplate. Sling hardware has been removed. Length of pull measures 13.75 inches, and the right side of the butt displays a painted deer silhouette. Safety controls include a rotary bolt safety and a cocking-piece safety.