Hicazkar

Hicazkar is a type of Turkish carbine that was produced in the early 20th century. It was designed by the Istanbul Firearms Factory, which was established by the Ottoman Empire in 1890. The Hicazkar was intended for use by Ottoman military personnel, particularly cavalry units, during the Balkan Wars and World War I.

The Hicazkar carbine was based on a variant of the Mannlicher-Schönauer rifle, which was widely used in the Ottoman Empire at the time. It had a number of modifications, including a shorter barrel and a slightly more compact stock. The Hicazkar was chambered for the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge, which was adopted by the Ottoman military in the early 1900s.

Despite its relatively short service life, the Hicazkar carbine saw combat in several theaters during World War I, including the Middle Eastern and Balkan fronts. After the war, the Ottoman Empire was dissolved, and many of its military assets, including firearms, were distributed to various regional forces. As a result, Hicazkar carbines can be found in various collections and museums around the world, serving as a reminder of the military history of the region.

The Hicazkar carbine is considered a relatively rare and collectible firearm, particularly in the Middle East and Europe. Due to its historical significance and limited production run, the value of a well-preserved Hicazkar can be significant, particularly among firearms collectors and historians.