talian Terni M38 Carcano Military Rifle — Parts Gun

This Italian Terni M38 Carcano rifle in 6.5mm is offered by GunsmithLive as a parts gun, restoration candidate, or source of components for a suitable gunsmithing project.

The Carcano family of bolt-action rifles served Italy for decades, with various models and configurations produced at Italian government arsenals. The M38 is recognized for its military-style stock, bolt-action receiver, and distinctive Carcano action.

This example features a wooden military stock and handguard, metal barrel bands, a bolt assembly, and military-pattern sights. The photographs show visible age-related wear on the metal and wood, including scratches, finish loss, discoloration, and wear around the receiver.

Parts Gun / Project Condition

This firearm is sold for parts only. It has not been represented as mechanically complete, operational, or safe to fire. Its bore condition, headspace, chambering, and internal component condition have not been established.

The photographs show the bolt and receiver area as well as the full exterior of the rifle. Buyers should evaluate the pictured components carefully and expect that additional inspection, parts, or repair may be necessary.

This listing is intended for collectors, restoration enthusiasts, and gunsmiths seeking an Italian Carcano project or parts source.

Sold as a parts gun only. No representation is made regarding firing capability or suitability for live ammunition.

Rifle Specifications

• Manufacturer / Arsenal: Terni, Italy — identification supplied; arsenal marking not independently verified from these photographs

• Model: M38 Carcano — identification supplied

• Caliber: 6.5mm Carcano, reportedly 6.5×52mm; chamber marking not independently verified

• Action: Bolt action

• Firearm type: Military-pattern rifle

• Stock: Full-length wooden military stock

• Handguard: Wood

• Finish: Worn dark metal finish with visible patina

• Sights: Military-pattern iron sights

• Bolt: Present in photographs

• Barrel bands: Visible

• Magazine system: Internal Carcano-style magazine housing; completeness and function unverified

• Mechanical condition: Unknown

• Bore condition: Barrel Plugged

• Headspace: Not verified

• Matching numbers: Not verified

• Sale designation: Parts gun only

• Included items: Pictured rifle only; no ammunition or accessories shown

Condition

Used — Parts Gun

The rifle shows considerable cosmetic wear consistent with an older military firearm. The wood exhibits scratches, dents, and finish wear. Metal components show dark patina, worn finish, and discoloration. The receiver and action area display visible wear.

The photographs do not establish whether all internal parts are present or serviceable.