Preservation forum, please no altered military surplus rifles or discussions on altering in this forum. The Arisaka Type 99 was the primary infantry weapon of the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II.Although it was intended to replace the older, less powerful Type 38, the complications of war led to both rifles seeing widespread use. Rifle and carbine versions of the Type 30 exist, along with a number of other related variants.Īn improved version of the Type 30 that attempted to fix any faults on the previous design. All collectible military bolt rifles are discussed here. 303 British and 6.5×54mm Mannlicher–Schönauer. The Type 30 used 6.5×50mmSR Arisaka ammunition, although some were chambered in. The barrel is 25.75 long and the bore is bright and shiny and in good condition, no rust.
The receiver has serial number 88484 and has two imperial flower stamps.
The Type 30 is a bolt-action rifle with a five-round internal box magazine fed by stripper clips. You are considering a used Japanese Nagoya Arsenal, Type 99 Series 5, made in 1943 It’s chambered in 7.7x58mm Arisaka. During its production, the Type 30 was used by a number of nations, including Japan and Russia, and more interestingly the United Kingdom (who ordered some Type 30s as a stopgap until their Lee-Enfield caught up with demand). The weapon was produced from 1897 to 1905 by the Tokyo Arsenal and was later replaced by the Type 38 rifle in service.
In this place, we also have variation of images. The rifle was designated "Type 30" as it entered service in the 30th year of Emperor Meiji's reign, 1897. Here we have 7 photos about Arisaka Type 99 Rifle Markings including images, pictures, models, photos, and more. Nariakira Arisaka (who later was appointed Baron) who led a commission to design a rifle to replace old and outdated rifles, the rifle was designed as a replacement to the old and expensive Type 22 rifle and entered service the same year. MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR LAYAWAY PROGRAM.Designed from 1895 by Col. THIS ITEM, AS WITH ALL OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE, All firearms are "mechanically perfect" unless noted, but again, are NOT warranted as safe to fire. Any city or state regulations regarding owning antique firearms are the responsibility of the purchaser. We want satisfied customers & often "under" describe the weapons. The Model/Type markings are generally found on the top of the receiver, forward (towards to muzzle) of the chamber and generally indicate original caliber. All firearms are described as accurately as possible, given the restraints of a catalog listing length. Original Japanese Arisaka Type 99 parts, includes the trigger guard, magazine baseplate, and release latch assy. Excellent opportunity to own a collector grade Japanese World War II rifle made shortly after it was introduced – and before the manufacturing quality declined! įirearms may only be shipped to a licensed dealer (FFL Holder) - If you are not a licensed dealer, you must make arrangements with a dealer in your state to receive the firearm and transfer it to you.ĭISCLAIMER: All firearms are sold as collector's items only - we do not accept responsibility as to the shooting safety or reliability of any antique firearm. Take off parts with various markings and finishes noted. Very early Type 99 rifles in this condition rarely come on the market. The Torimatsu Factory made approximately 50,000 Type 99 rifles in 1941 based on the production series and serial number, this Type 99 was made in October 1941. The Type 99 rifle was adopted in 1939 and entered service in 1941 this example, made by the Torimatsu Factory of Nagoya Arsenal, is one of the first ones received by the Japanese Army in 1941.
All the serial numbers match INCLUDING THE DUST COVER! The stock is also very nice with just a couple of dings/handling marks. The condition is exceptional with 98% of blue remaining and complete with dust cover, anti-aircraft sight, and monopod! The rifle is fully functioning and the bore is exceptional. The Japanese Type 99 Arisaka earned a negative reputation during WWII, though much of the negative opinion surrounding the rifle is undeserved. Exceptional example of an early First Series 7.7mm Arisaka rifle from 1941! Principal markings include: Chrysanthemum (Imperial Japanese Army property mark) “10937” (serial number) character shachi or “kissing dolphins” (manufacturer: Nagoya Arsenal, Torimatsu Factory) characters Shiki & 99 (model: Type 99) Iroha Kana character for 1 (production series 1).