Original Italian Vetterli M1870 Carbine by Torre Annunziata - Serial No U. 8569 dated 1884 Stencils On the back of the

On the back of the holster it is marked by the maker: C

1911) along with manufacture stamps and inspector markings

This weapon was delivered in the original near perfect condition wood transit chest

The bag is empty and all zippers function

This is an exceptional example of a genuine British Mark 1 steel helmet that is dated 1942 on both the shell and liner

Original Italian Vetterli M1870 Carbine by Torre Annunziata - Serial No U. 8569 dated 1884 Stencils On the back of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a somewhat strange looking carbine, however these were no doubt quite effective in Italy during the 1870s. The M1870 Vetterli was the Italian service rifle from 1870 1887. The M1870 was a single shot bolt action rifle chambered for the 10. 4mm Vetterli centrefire cartridge, at first loaded with black powder and later with smokeless powder. The M1870 was based upon the M1869 Swiss Vetterli but simplified for