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Lot #2653
Lot #2655

Lot 2654: Four Italian Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 17, 2024

Lot 2654: Four Italian Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Terni Model 1870/87/15 Vetterli Rifle

Manufacturer: Italian
Model: 1870/87/15
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 6.5 mm Carcano
Barrel: 33 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 894
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"1888" dated barrel. Cleaning rod absent.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with much of the arsenal refurbished finish, some scattered patches of light pitting, and some scattered minor handling marks on the wood. Mechanically fine.



B) Terni Model 1891 Carcano Rifle

Manufacturer: Terni
Model: 1891
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 6.5 mm Carcano
Barrel: 31 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 894
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"17" dated barrel. With leather sling.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with traces of the refinished blue, some scattered patches of light pitting, and minor handling marks throughout on the wood. Mechanically fine.



C) Terni Model 1891/38 Carcano Short Rifle

Manufacturer: Terni
Model: M38
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.35 mm
Barrel: 21 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 894
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Barrel dated "1939." Finnish "SA" proofed.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with some of the refinished blue, some scattered patches of light pitting and mild oxidation, and some scattered minor handling marks in the refinished wood.



D) Terni Model 1891 Carcano Cavalry Carbine with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Terni
Model: Carcano
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 6.5 mm Italian
Barrel: 18 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 894
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"1928" dated barrel, components absent. With folding bayonet and canvas sling.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with some of the original finish, some scattered light oxidation, and significant cracks and dings in the wood. Mechanically inoperable due to absent components.



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