RIA Feb 2020 Special: Field-Modified Mannlicher 1888 Carbine
This video from Forgotten Weapons showcases a fascinating Royal Irish Constabulary (RIA) find: a Mannlicher 1888 rifle that has been field-modified into a carbine and adapted to accept a Type 30 Japanese Arisaka bayonet. The presenter speculates the modifications likely occurred in China during the 1910s or 1920s. The video highlights the unique nature of this custom firearm, often seen with firearms that have undergone battlefield or post-service modifications.












