Videos tagged with Italian Carbine

The Beretta M1918 is a rare Italian semiautomatic carbine from WWI, often mistaken for a submachine gun. It evolved from the Villar Perosa, utilizing a 'parts bin' approach with Carcano and Vetterli components for economical production. This open-bolt, delayed blowback carbine features a unique top-mounted 25-round magazine and offset sights, chambered in 9mm Glisenti loaded to 9mm Parabellum specs.

This review details the rare Mateba Unica 6 'Grifone' Auto-Revolver Carbine, a unique firearm from Italy. Expert Jonathan Ferguson explains its recoil-operated automatic revolver mechanism, inspired by designs like the Webley-Fosbery, which cocks the hammer via frame reciprocation. Key features include a low bore axis for reduced muzzle flip and a distinctive safety design for the cylinder gap. The carbine boasts premium walnut furniture and a high-quality blued finish, with a unique sight system integrated into the forend.