{"product_id":"1940-terni-carcano-m91-38-same-arsenal-same-year-same-configuration-as-the-jfk-rifle","title":"1940 Terni Carcano M91\/38 – Same Arsenal, Same Year \u0026 Same Configuration as the JFK Rifle","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"533\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOffered here is an original \u003cstrong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"205\"\u003e1940 Italian Royal Army (Regio Esercito)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eCarcano Modello 91\/38\u003c\/strong\u003e bolt-action service rifle, manufactured by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eR.E. Terni Arsenal\u003c\/strong\u003e and chambered in the historic \u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"352\"\u003e6.5×52mm Carcano\u003c\/strong\u003e cartridge. The M91\/38 was the standard short rifle adopted by Italy during the Second World War and remains one of the most historically significant variants of the Carcano family.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eAmong all Second World War military rifles, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eCarcano M91\/38\u003c\/strong\u003e holds a unique place in history. Its international recognition extends beyond its wartime service, as it is closely associated with the assassination of \u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eU.S. President John F. Kennedy\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1963. According to publicly available historical records, the rifle recovered in that investigation was a \u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e1940 R.E. Terni-produced Carcano M91\/38\u003c\/strong\u003e, serial number \u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eC2766\u003c\/strong\u003e. This example, serial number \u003cstrong data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eD87*\u003c\/strong\u003e, was likewise manufactured by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eR.E. Terni in 1940\u003c\/strong\u003e, sharing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003esame model, arsenal, year of production, caliber, and original production configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e. While this rifle is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e the firearm involved in that historical event, rifles of this exact production configuration have long been regarded as the most historically recognizable and sought-after Carcano variant among collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eFor collectors interested in recreating the iconic historical appearance, this rifle also offers excellent display potential. By installing an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eOrdnance Optics 4×18\u003c\/strong\u003e scope and the correct mount, collectors can recreate the classic configuration associated with the Kennedy rifle while preserving the rifle's historical integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003emetal surfaces remain in very good overall condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, retaining a substantial amount of their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eoriginal factory blue finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, with only honest edge wear and handling marks consistent with age. Receiver markings, arsenal markings, and inspection stamps remain sharp and well defined, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eno obvious evidence of later aggressive polishing\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the rifle to retain an attractive and original appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003ebore is a particular highlight of this example\u003c\/strong\u003e, remaining \u003cstrong data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003ebright with strong, well-defined rifling\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the rifle's excellent state of preservation and making it one of the rifle's most desirable features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003estock has been refinished at some point in its service life\u003c\/strong\u003e, including a new surface finish. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eprofessionally executed repair\u003c\/strong\u003e is present behind the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003ereceiver tang\u003c\/strong\u003e (see photographs). The repaired area remains structurally sound, and the stock presents cleanly overall with an attractive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"3157\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOverall, this is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003ehighly desirable 1940 R.E. Terni Carcano M91\/38\u003c\/strong\u003e, representing the most historically recognized production configuration of the Carcano series. Combined with its excellent bore, substantial original finish, and direct historical connection through its identical production configuration to the JFK rifle, it offers outstanding appeal for collectors of Second World War military firearms and historically significant military arms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AAG CANADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53875416498287,"sku":"NR000280","price":1150.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1836\/6063\/files\/IMG_7291.jpg?v=1784825572","url":"https:\/\/aagcanada.ca\/fr\/products\/1940-terni-carcano-m91-38-same-arsenal-same-year-same-configuration-as-the-jfk-rifle","provider":"AAG CANADA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}