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French ETts CONTINSOUZA Contract Model 1916 BERTHIER 8mm LEBEL Carbine C&R Late WORLD WAR I & WORLD WAR II Bolt Action
Guns International #: 101988787 Seller's Inventory #: 220191
Category: Military Rifles - Non-US - Military Rifles - Non-US
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
French ETts CONTINSOUZA Contract Model 1916 BERTHIER 8mm LEBEL Carbine C&R
Late WORLD WAR I & WORLD WAR II Bolt Action
Here we present a C&R French Continsouza Model 1916 Berthier Bolt Action Carbine made circa the World War I era by French gunmaker Continsouza in France. Continsouza was a private company contracted to manufacture the rifle. Prior to World War I, they made film projectors and film equipment.
During the early stages of the war, it was quickly recognized that the Model 1907 Berthier's three-shot magazine was simply too small in comparison to foreign weapons, requiring too-frequent reloading. Additionally, it was found that trench mud and grit could enter the weapon through the opening in the bottom of the magazine. To correct these issues, the Model 1916 Berthier rifle was introduced with a five-round en-bloc clip. The clip discharge opening at the bottom of the protruding magazine was replaced by a spring loaded trapdoor to keep out dirt and debris. This improved 5-shot design was then fitted to existing rifles and carbine-length Berthier models.
Many Model 1916 rifles and carbines were produced too late to see service in World War I, but were used after the war, particularly in colonial service. Berthier rifles and carbines continued in service during the Second World War in all branches of French service, including infantry and mounted units. Colonial and Foreign Legion forces in particular continued to use the Model 1916 Berthier due to a shortage of the new MAS-36 bolt-action rifle. Despite the advent of the MAS-36, the French Army did not have enough of the new rifles to equip even half of its frontline interior troops. Berthier Model 1916 5-shot rifles and carbines saw action in both France and Norway. After the fall of France in 1940, the Berthier could be found in service with both Vichy and Free French units.
The overall condition is fine. Original finish. The action is excellent. The bore is shiny bright with sharp rifling. The stock is smooth and solid. The numbers on the trigger guard and receiver match while the bolt parts have a different number. The sling remains in nice shape. This one comes with a single en bloc clip.
This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.
Barrel is 17-1/2 inches.
Caliber: 8mm Lebel
Overall condition as seen in photos.
Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.
Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
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$1350
#220191
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes