This book is a complete history of the Italian Model 1891Carcano rifle
and variants that served as Italy's standard service rifle in World War
I and World War II. It describes each major component of the weapon, as
well as addressing the development of each variant in detail. One
section of the book is devoted to all markings that have been
identified, including those on the receiver, barrel, sights, magazine,
and stock. Profusely illustrated, extensive appendices list serial
numbers, production totals, inspection procedures, ammunition types,
ammunition clips, ammunition boxes and packaging, ballistics data,
accoutrements, and the Model 1891 as used by Italy's national
marksmanship association.