Thanks FM. Thats where i was leaning towardAll of the Carcanos are lighter than their contemporary competition, but the cavalry carbines are exceptionally light and handy.
Fun shooters.
Light, bolt action, .30-30 class cartridge, en bloc clips, and a stabby part for when things go sideways.
My preference is for 7.35x51mm. But I understand why most people prefer the 6.5x52mm, even though it still has it's own odd bullet diameter.