A short barreled carbine version was used by Spanish cavalry which is distinguished by a front sight flush with the barrel and stock. Although rare, the carbine is priced about the same as the '93 Rifle. This is a handsome rifle with a straight line magazine and a small upper hand-guard. The .43 Remington Rolling Block was adopted by the Spanish in 1871 and was widely used by the Cuban Loyalist Volunteers, loyalist guerrillas and the Insurrectos. Remington carbines were used by Loyalist, Insurrecto and Spanish forces.
Prices are about the same as the rifles.
Several later model Mausers are very similar to the '93 and are a good substitute. Several variations of the '98 Mauser also are 7mm but have a very different pattern and should only be used until a better rifle can be found. Short K98s should never be used.