Mil surp rifles?

[Wannabewoodsman]

So I really want to get a mil surp rifle and came across the carcano carbine. I don't really know much about these and was wondering what you guys thought about them. Are they a reliable weapon for hunting or shooting in general? How rugged is the weapon? What about parts to fix broken pieces if need be?

 

[Annihilator]

May I suggest since your wanting these type of rifles, get a C&R firearm license, that way you can have the rifles shipped directly to you and since you have the license. You can get any rifle if it’s labeled C&R eligible with the license.

 

[BET7]

I bought one from Classic Firearms several months ago and it was described as a Calvary Carcano Carbine used during WWII mostly by Italian police on bicycles, and those needing something smaller than the full size Carcano rifle (Like truck drivers etc.). Ammo was tough to find (at least when I looked, although I did see sites that had it), but that was before the pandemic. It’s a nice little carbine though, and I’m glad I added it to my collection. I can’t speak for hunting (as I’m not a hunter), But it should be fine to shoot if you find the 6.5 Carcano ammunition for it. I can’t speak on parts as I really haven’t looked, but there are probably sites and places like eBay that have parts and accessories

 

[Bassbob]

I bought one from Classic Firearms several months ago and it was described as a Calvary Carcano Carbine used during WWII mostly by Italian police on bicycles, and those needing something smaller than the full size Carcano rifle (Like truck drivers etc.). Ammo was tough to find (at least when I looked, although I did see sites that had it), but that was before the pandemic. It’s a nice little carbine though, and I’m glad I added it to my collection. I can’t speak for hunting (as I’m not a hunter), But it should be fine to shoot if you find the 6.5 Carcano ammunition for it. I can’t speak on parts as I really haven’t looked, but there are probably sites and places like eBay that have parts and accessories

How did I know you'd have one ? lol

 

[BET7]

How did I know you'd have one ? lol

Lucky guess?

 

[Wannabewoodsman]

May I suggest since your wanting these type of rifles, get a C&R firearm license, that way you can have the rifles shipped directly to you and since you have the license. You can get any rifle if it’s labeled C&R eligible with the license.

I did see the c&r eligible but wasn't sure what that meant. Just haven't looked it up

 

[Wannabewoodsman]

May I suggest since your wanting these type of rifles, get a C&R firearm license, that way you can have the rifles shipped directly to you and since you have the license. You can get any rifle if it’s labeled C&R eligible with the license.

Definitely going to get one (the license). I seem to love old guns over new ones

 

[BobM]

Definitely going to get one (the license). I seem to love old guns over new ones

This info may help?

Curios & Relics | Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

A regulation implementing federal firearms laws, 27 CFR § 478.11, defines curio or relic (C&R) firearms as those which are of special interest to collectors by reason of some quality other than is associated with firearms intended for sporting use or as offensive or defensive weapons. To be...

www.atf.gov

 

[BET7]

Anni & Bob M (and other on previous threads), are correct in stating that getting a C&R license is the way to go. I don’t currently have one, but I’ve bought several Military/Police surplus, that were C&R eligible that I’ve added to my collection. Having then had to pay for the FFL transfer fees, a C&R license would have paid for itself many times over (I really need to get one). The following is a link from Classic Firearms on what a Curio & Relic license is, and tells how to apply by pointing to the BAFT website link that will explain the same as the link provided by Bob above.

What is a C&R License?

Do you love collecting old firearms? Are you tired of paying Federal Firearms Licensees (FFL) transfer fees each time you purchase an old-timey gun online? If you answered yes to...

www.classicfirearms.com

 

[Annihilator]

Anni & Bob M (and other on previous threads), are correct in stating that getting a C&R license is the way to go. I don’t currently have one, but I’ve bought several Military/Police surplus, that were C&R eligible that I’ve added to my collection. Having then had to pay for the FFL transfer fees, a C&R license would have paid for itself many times over (I really need to get one). The following is a link from Classic Firearms on what a Curio & Relic license is, and tells how to apply by pointing to the BAFT website link that will explain the same as the link provided by Bob above.

What is a C&R License?

Do you love collecting old firearms? Are you tired of paying Federal Firearms Licensees (FFL) transfer fees each time you purchase an old-timey gun online? If you answered yes to...

www.classicfirearms.com

I had one till we sold our house and rent now, so I didn’t renew it or reapplied for another one

 

[BET7]

I had one till we sold our house and rent now, so I didn’t renew it or reapplied for another one

Curious, did BAFT send you a reminder for renewal as was mentioned in the Classic Firearms link? Since it’s a 3 year license, that reminder would really help me. Now what am I talking about again , oh yeah, a renewal reminder.

 

[Annihilator]

Curious, did BAFT send you a reminder for renewal as was mentioned in the Classic Firearms link? Since it’s a 3 year license, that reminder would really help me. Now what am I talking about again , oh yeah, a renewal reminder.

Yes, one in the mail and one in email.

 

[HansGruber]

So I really want to get a mil surp rifle and came across the carcano carbine. I don't really know much about these and was wondering what you guys thought about them. Are they a reliable weapon for hunting or shooting in general? How rugged is the weapon? What about parts to fix broken pieces if need be?

Ask Lee Harvey Oswald how well they work…

 

[PhantomVOZ]

Are there any plans by Springfield Armory to create a modernized version of the M1 or M2 Carbine or the M1 Garand or the well known M1903 Springfield?

 

[Recusant]

Ask Lee Harvey Oswald how well they work…

HansBruber, as usual, you beat me to it. Now let's see if Wannabewoodsman can get off 3 rounds in 19 seconds and hit a moving paint can 60 yards away!