Carcano M1891

They are around you just have to keep looking. Like most surplus rifles there is no new ones being imported so they are getting scarce

The m91 is a bolt action rifke with a 30" or so barrel so it's unrestricted.
 
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You don't see a ton of M91s, probably as many were cut down into carbines in the 20s and 30s. M41s and cavalry carbines seem to be the most common, followed by M91/38 short rifles. They are out there though, I've had a couple over the years - and the good news is Carcanos never seen to be expensive. Still looking for a decent TS carbone though!
 
No new ones being made, period. No place for any shop to order 'em from either. Epp's is listing a Sporterised rifle and an non-bubba'd rifle. $299.00, in 'good' condition, for the latter. $125.00 for the bubba'd rifle(fair condition).
If you're thinking of a shooter, finding the ammo will likely be an issue. Norma runs about $50 per 20. Prvi makes it too. Both will likely be special order stuff. Epp's lists it too though.
Where you are makes a difference.
 
Nope its just for my ww2 collection i want to start when i receive my PAL hopefully soon lol but i would want to shoot it so i guess reloading would be the best option?
 
Most carcanos have a .266-.268" bore. Factory loaded ammo has .264" bullets making the accuracy of most Carcano rifles poor in most cases. The original ammo had a .266" bullet which is no longer available but Hornady makes 160 grain .268" bullets special for the carcano. Privi makes brass (available at trade ex for about $80 a bag) and you can get dies from lee or RCBS as well as I'm sure a few other companies.

If you are looking for a WW2 Italian rifle a model 41 carcano is what you are after. Often the model 41s have a tighter bore and they will shoot regular flat based .264" 160 grain bullets quite well.
 
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Nope its just for my ww2 collection i want to start when i receive my PAL hopefully soon lol but i would want to shoot it so i guess reloading would be the best option?
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Do you want a m91 or a m41? If you look for a m91, try to find one made before or after WW1 and not by Terni. Terni made most of them. Few made in the 1930's and they are rare. I still regret the one i had from 1934...
 
The problem with Italian weapon is that it is undervalued in my opinion and thus very cheap and thus nobody cares about preserving it and you can rarely find something in decent condition for sale.
 
I have a 91 that is pretty beat up. Needs some TLC. It is on the list for summer projects. I agree, hard to find in nice shape. Carcano rifles are very pleasant to shoot.
 
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