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I recently picked up this really fantastic condition 1890 Berthier carbine. The gentleman I got it from, got it from a family friend who brought it back from WWII. I really don't know the details of French rifles. Any insights would be appreciated. I have read the excellent post by 1886lebel.
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A few more pictures.
Last pictures.
One question I have is there is no provision for a cleaning rod on my rifle. The front barrel band does have the recess for it, but the wood does not, just the bayonet lug. Does this look right?
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That is the nicest one I've ever seen unless it's been reworked. Cleaning rods were phased out with the wood channel being filled. Never having a wood channel to start with seems odd for one without the additional magazine for 5 rounds.