| Model, Price, Number
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Description
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Very Scarce Chinese Made Arisaka T.30 Carbine ("North
China Type 12") 
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed
Price: $2675
Inventory # ari_0087
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DESCRIPTION: Very
scarce Chinese made Arisaka T. 30 carbine made during the World
War Two, either for the Japanese army, or for their Chinese allies
("North China Type 12"). The receiver displays
a five petaled cherry blossom mon. The arsenal mon is stamped
on the receiver rail, just behind the serial number. The carbine
is characterized by many early features: very good quality machining
and metal finish, nicely finished stock and the original ramp
and leaf rear sight. Hook type safety on the back of the bolt.
One piece stock. Matching assembly numbers (please, note
that assembly numbers are different than a serial number on the
receiver). The matching assembly numbers are stamped on the buttplate,
rear sights, bolt, bayonet lug, barrel band and on the magazine
floor plate (inside). No assembly numbers are visible on all
the other parts of the carbine. All the numbers are factory original,
and they were never restamped. Complete with the cleaning rod.
Manufactured with no provision for the receiver dust cover. This
type of carbine was produced in China in the early years of the
Japanese occupation. The 12th year of Showa would give a
date, "1937" (at least for the model designation).
Eventually, this model was replaced with the North China Type
19, which was a Chinese manufactured Arisaka T.38. Type 19 was
characterized by many "last ditch", or late war features:
crude machining and metal finish, crudely finished stock, simplified
rear sight, etc. This Type 12 carbine is of much higher quality
than more common Type 19 carbines. Overall length is 38.75
inch. Barrel length: 19 inch. CONDITION: Excellent. 96%
of original blue finish is still present on metal. The stock
is in original finish with some handling marks and light scratches.
There is a small chip on the left side of the stock, just
in front of the bolt release lever. Fine bore with strong
rifling. Strong action. All the markings and numbers on metal
are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the carbine are
in excellent condition with no obvious wear. No import markings.
Very scarce Chinese made example of T.30 carbine! Serial#
154XX. |
Unusual, Very Early Production Japanese Arisaka T.30 Rifle
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed
Price: $1675
Inventory # ari_0084
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Japanese
T.30 "Hook Safety" Arisaka infantry rifle. The
rifle was manufactured by Tokyo arsenal, as indicated
by markings on the left side of the receiver. This seems to
be a very early production rifle with a four digit serial number.
The rifle features an unusual, very early production style peep
rear sight calibrated to 1500 meter! The Imperial Chrysanthemum
is still on the receiver, but was over stamped with three little
circles, which indicates that the rifle was exported from Japan
(hard to notice). The left side of the receiver ring displays
a circle ("a second class weapon, accepted for use
on the emergency basis"). Many Arisaka T.30 rifles were
sold to Russia and to the Great Britain during the World War
One. They were still used by Finland and some Eastern European
countries after the Great War. "Type 30", in
Japanese characters, is stamped on the receiver. Two piece buttstock.
Short handguard. Inverted "V" front sight without guards.
Flat, forged buttplate. Hook type safety on the back of the bolt.
Complete with original cleaning rod (the tip of the rod is missing).
No import markings. Overall length is 50.5 inch. Barrel length:
31 inch. CONDITION: Low fine, with 87% of blue finish
still on metal. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color.
The buttplate is covered by light brown patina. The rifle shows
an honest service wear. The stock is solid with usual handling
marks, dings and scratches. No cracks in the stock. Original
finish on both, metal and wood. Mismatched serial numbers. The
bore is in very good condition with strong rifling and some darkness
in the grooves. Very strong action. All the internal parts of
the rifle are in very good condition, with no obvious wear. All
the markings on metal are clearly visible. Unusual, very early
production Japanese T.30 "Hook Safety" Arisaka infantry
rifle. Serial# 82XX (the lowest serial number I have ever
seen on Arisaka T.30 rifles!). |
Scarce Mexican Contract Japanese Arisaka T.38 Rifle (Imperial
Russian Issue?)
Caliber: 7 x 57 mm, rimless
Price: $3500
Inventory # ari_0085
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce
Mexican contract Japanese Arisaka T. 38 infantry rifle!
Mexican government ordered 40,000 Arisaka T.38 rifles and
carbine in 1910. The rifles were badly needed by the Mexican
army, as the latter faced the shortage of Mauser rifles during
the Mexican revolutions. Only about 4,600 of such rifles
were actually delivered to Mexico, as the country government
was overthrown soon after the order was placed. The remaining
rifles (about 35,400) were placed in storage in Japan till 1915,
when they were sold to the Imperial Russia. It is believed
that the Mexican T.38 rifles with prefixes from C through M were
the ones shipped to Russia (including this one!). Thus, the Mexican
Arisaka rifles were issued to the Imperial Russian army during
the Great War. Consequently, some rifles of this pattern were
captured by Austro-Hungarian and German forces. After
the war ended in 1918, some Mexican Arisaka rifles were issued
to several countries of Eastern and Central Europe (Poland, Czechoslovakia,
Finland and possibly, some other countries). Few rifles of this
pattern were brought to the USA by returning American soldiers
after the World War Two. The Mexican contract rifles were
practically identical with the Japanese service weapons, except
for the markings and caliber. The rear sight calibration was
modified accordingly. The nosecap was altered to accept standard
Mexican bayonet. The receiver ring displays wording, "Republica
Mexicana" over a crest of Mexico and a date,
"1913". There is a liberty cap and "RM"
stamped on the barrel near the breech. The left side of the receiver
rail displays a serial number, with "M" prefix. The
rifle has a very nice, original finish on the metal and was not
refurbished! Matching serial numbers on the receiver and
stock. Mismatched serial numbers on the bolt and the magazine
floor plate. No serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining
parts, which is correct for this model. All the numbers
are factory original, and they were never restamped. Two piece
buttstock. Inverted "V" front sight without guards.
The rear sight is calibrated to 2300 meter. Short handguard.
Flat, forged buttplate. The receiver dust cover and the cleaning
rod are missing. Manufactured at the Koishikawa factory.
CONDITION: Low fine, with 86% of original blue still on
metal. The blue finish is well preserved. Some finish is turning
to brownish color (mostly on the trigger guard, magazine floor
plate and barrel bands). The stock is in original finish with
some handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks to the wood.
The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny
rifling. Very strong action. All the markings on metal are
clearly visible. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine
condition with no obvious wear. No import markings. A nice
example of a scarce Mexican contract Arisaka T.38 rifle! Serial#
M13XX. |
Scarce Japanese Arisaka T.99 Short Rifle (Toyo Kogyo, Hiroshima
Prefecture, 31 series)
Caliber: 7.7 x 58, semi-rimmed
Price: $875
Inventory # ari_0086
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DESCRIPTION: Original Japanese
World War Two issue Arisaka T.99 short rifle. This is a transition
rifle manufactured by Toyo Kogyo, Hiroshima Prefecture (31
series). Hiroshima manufactured T.99 short rifles are
scarce, as they did not survive the war in large numbers. The
royal chrysanthemum is still on the receiver, but it shows two
small bayonet cuts (please, see pictures). All matching serial
numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver,
bolt and extractor; no numbers are stamped on all the remaining
parts, which is correct for this model). All the numbers
are factory original, and they were never restamped. The cleaning
rod and the receiver dust cover are missing. Correct, cupped-edge
steel buttplate. Adjustable peep rear sight calibrated from 300
meters to 1500 meters with anti-aircraft wings attached. Inverted
"V" front sight with side guards. Plum shaped bolt
handle knob. Two piece stock with a correct, long type handguard.
Three screw type front barrel band. Monopod type rear barrel
band with no monopod attached. Barrel length: 25.5 inch. Overall
length: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Excellent, with 96% of
original blue finish still on metal. Most of the blue wear is
on the nosecap, trigger guard and on the barrel, near the muzzle.
The remaining metal parts display a very nice blue finish. Nice
and solid stock in original finish with some handling marks and
dings. Fine bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong
action. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition. All the
markings on the metal are clearly visible. All the internal parts
of the rifle are in excellent condition with no obvious wear.
No import markings. Very nice Hiroshima production Arisaka
T.99 short rifle. Serial# 31-926XX. |
Interesting Japanese Arisaka T.38 Training Rifle for Children
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed (blank ammo only)
Price: $695
Inventory # ari_0083
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DESCRIPTION: Interesting Japanese
Arisaka T. 38 training rifle for children. This is one of
many variations of Japanese training rifles used by students
of Japanese high schools. Almost all Japanese students took firearms
classes, creating a need for a large number of trainers. This
is basically a 7/8 scale of Type 38 rifle. The rifle has
a smooth bore, which is characteristic for most of the Japanese
trainers. The rifle should be used only for training purpose.
It was designed to fire blank ammunition only. The receiver
does not show any characters, except for the serial number. The
right side of the buttstock displays some red painted Japanese
characters and a number, "32". One piece buttstock.
Inverted "V" front sight without the guards. Ramp and
leaf rear sights calibrated up to 1400 meter. Short handguard.
Flat, stamped buttplate. Cast receiver with integral tang extension.
Missing the cleaning rod. All the internal parts of the bolt
and the bolt cocking piece are also missing. Similar rifle
is shown in "Military Rifles of Japan 1897- 1945" by
Fred Honeycutt, Jr. and Patt Anthony, page 183 (first edition).
CONDITION: Very good+ to fine, with 84% of original, thin blue
on the metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color (mainly
on the trigger guard, magazine plate and on the barrel bands).
Occasional brown patina on the receiver and barrel. Uniform brown
patina on the buttplate. The stock is in original finish with
some dings and scratches. The bore is in very good condition.
No import markings. Scarce training rifle for an advanced
Japanese military collector! Serial# 650XX. |
Unusual Japanese Arisaka T.30 Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed
Price: $1275
Inventory # ari_0081
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Japanese
T.30 "Hook Safety" Arisaka carbine. The carbine
was manufactured by Tokyo arsenal, as indicated by a symbol
stamped behind the serial number. The Imperial Chrysanthemum
is still on the receiver, but was over stamped with three little
circles, which indicates that the rifle was exported from Japan
(hard to notice). Many Arisaka rifles and carbines were sold
to Russia and to the Great Britain during the World War One.
They were still used by Finland and some Eastern European countries
after the Great War. This is most likely one of such carbines.
This carbine is a little bit unusual as it has a short handguard
(originally, T.30 carbines did not have a handguard), and rear
sights calibrated to 2000 meter, like in the T.38 carbine (originally,
T.30 carbine had rear sights calibrated only to 1500 meter).
The barrel band is also similar to those used in T.38 carbines.
At one point the carbine was used with a turned down bolt, as
indicated by a cut on the right side of the stock. "Type
30", in Japanese characters, is stamped on the receiver
ring. Matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver and
bayonet lug. The bolt displays a mismatched serial number. No
numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts, which is correct
for this model. There are several assembly numbers stamped
on different parts of the carbine (on the magazine cover, rear
sight and on some other small parts of the bolt). Two piece buttstock.
Inverted "V" front sight with side guards. Flat, forged
buttplate. Hook type safety on the back of the bolt. The cleaning
rod is missing. No import markings. Barrel length: 19 inch. Overall
length: 38.50 inch. CONDITION: Very good, with 82% of
blue turning to brown patina in some places. The blue is nice
and crisp on the receiver and barrel. The blue on the trigger
guard, magazine's floorplate and barrel bands is turning to a
brown color patina. Occasional spots of light pitting on the
barrel band and on the band springs. The buttplate is covered
by brown patina. The stock shows some handling marks and light
dings. The left side of the forestock has a hairline crack. The
wood was refinished long time ago. Excellent bore with strong
and shiny rifling. Very strong action. Mechanically, the
carbine is in fine condition. All the markings on metal are clearly
visible. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition
with no obvious wear. No import markings. Very scarce Arisaka
T.30 carbine with some unusual modifications! Serial# 1826XX. |
Interesting Japanese Arisaka T.38 Training Rifle Made from
Light Alloy (!)
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed (blank ammo only)
Price: $875
Inventory # ari_0076
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DESCRIPTION: Interesting Japanese
Arisaka T. 38 training rifle made from light alloy (!). This
is one of many variations of Japanese training rifles used by
students of Japanese high schools. Almost all Japanese students
took firearms classes, creating a need for a large number of
trainers. The rifle has a smooth bore, which is characteristic
for most of the Japanese trainers. The rifle should be used only
for training purpose. It was designed to fire blank ammunition
only. This is a "single shot" trainer manufactured
without a magazine. The chamber shows some Japanese characters
(please, see pictures). Similar markings are shown in "Military
Rifles of Japan 1897- 1945" by Fred Honeycutt, Jr. and Patt
Anthony, page 184 (first edition). They are translated by authors
as "Type Izawa". The left side of the buttstock
also displays some Japanese characters. One piece buttstock.
Inverted "V" front sight without the guards. Adjustable
rear sights calibrated up to 2400 meters. Short handguard. Flat,
stamped buttplate. Complete with the receiver dust cover. Missing
the cleaning rod. CONDITION: Very good. All the markings
on metal are clearly visible. The stock is in original finish
with some dings and scratches. There is a small crack in the
buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (please, see pictures).
The receiver tang screw is missing. The following bolt parts
are also missing: cocking piece, firing pin and spring. The bore
is in very good condition. The internal parts of the rifle are
in fine condition with no obvious wear. All the markings on the
metal are clearly visible. No import markings. Scarce training
rifle for advanced Japanese military collector! |
Scarce Japanese Arisaka T.99 Cavalry Short Rifle (Nagoya)
Caliber: 7.7 x 58, semi-rimmed
Price: $975
Inventory # ari_0073
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce cavalry model
Arisaka T. 99 short rifle. The rifle was manufactured by
Nagoya Arsenal with no series mark. The rifle has the
enlarged rear sling swivel for the cavalry issue. This is
an early production T.99 rifle with the anti-aircraft rear sight
wing and the monopod removed. Matching serial numbers on the
receiver and nosecap. The bolt displays a mismatched serial number.
No numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle. The
Japanese royal chrysanthemum on the receiver was polished off
(please, see pictures). Complete with original cleaning rod.
The receiver dust cover is missing. Correct, cupped-edge steel
buttplate and adjustable peep rear sight calibrated from 300
meters to 1500 meters. Inverted "V" front sight with
side guards. Plum shaped bolt handle knob. Two piece stock with
a correct, long type handguard. Barrel length: 25.5 inch. Overall
length: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Fine, with 85% of original
blue finish still on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish
color. Occasional light patina. The buttplate shows scattered
brown patina. The stock is in original finish with usual handling
marks and light dings. No cracks in the wood. Excellent
bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically,
the rifle is in fine condition. All the markings on the metal
are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the rifle are
in fine condition with no obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce
cavalry model Arisaka T.99 short rifle. Serial# 190XX. |
Scarce Korean Made Arisaka T.99 Short Rifle (Jinsen, 40 Series)
Caliber: 7.7 x 58, semi-rimmed
Price: $695
Inventory # ari_0051
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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Korean made
Arisaka T. 99 short rifle made during the World War Two for the
Japanese army. The rifle was manufactured by Jinsen Arsenal,
Inchon, Korea (40 series). Jinsen arsenal mark, a
"Star" is stamped just behind the serial number.
The only serial number is stamped on the left side of receiver.
The bolt displays only a one digit assembly number. No other
numbers are stamped on any parts of the rifle. Ground
royal chrysanthemum on the receiver (please, see pictures). No
provision for the cleaning rod. The receiver dust cover is missing.
Very crude late war machining and finish. Correct, wooden buttplate
and fixed rear sight. Inverted "V" front sight without
guards. Cylindrical bolt handle knob. Two piece stock with a
correct, short type handguard. Barrel length: 25.5 inch. Overall
length: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Fine+, with 96% of original
blue finish on the metal. The stock is in original finish
with some handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks
in the wood. Fine bore with strong rifling. Strong action.
Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition. All the markings
on the metal are clearly visible, except for a removed mum. All
the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no
obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce Korean made, late
production Arisaka T.99 short rifle. Serial# 40-592XX. |
Very Scarce Siamese Contract Arisaka T.38 Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed
Price: $1575
Inventory # ari_0049
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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Siamese
contract Arisaka T. 38 carbine. The carbine was manufactured
before the Second World War for the Siamese army. Siamese
"Charkra" is stamped on the receiver (please,
see pictures)."Charkra" was an emblem of the royal
house of Siam. It represented the throwing weapon of ancient
Khmer gods and consisted of twelve flaming blades. Some Siamese
characters are stamped on the receiver (the model description
in Thai numerals). Two piece stock with a handguard. The serial
numbers seem to be mismatched (I am not sure if the carbine displays
serial, or assembly numbers on its major parts). Missing the
cleaning rod and the receiver dust cover. CONDITION: Very
good+ to fine, with 84% of original finish on the metal with
some scattered brown patina. Most of the finish wear is on the
trigger guard, magazine floor plate and on the nosecap. Some
light pitting on the rear sight leaf. Uniform brown patina on
the buttplate. The stock is in original finish with usual handling
marks, dings and scratches. There is a large scratch in
the lower part of the buttstock (please, see pictures). The handguard
has a hairline crack. Very good bore with strong rifling.
Strong action. All the markings on the metal are clearly
visible. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition
with no obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce Siamese contract
Arisaka T.38 carbine. Serial# 12XX. |
Interesting Japanese Arisaka T.38 Training Rifle
Caliber: 6.5 x 50, semi-rimmed (blank ammo only)
Price: $475
Inventory # ari_0044
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DESCRIPTION: Japanese Arisaka
T. 38 training rifle. This is one of many variations of Japanese
training rifles used by military recruits and by students of
Japanese high schools and universities. Almost all Japanese students
took firearms classes, creating a need for a large number of
trainers. The rifle has a smooth bore, which is characteristic
for most of the Japanese trainers. The rifle should be used only
for training purpose. It was designed to fire blank ammunition
only. The receiver does not show any characters, except for
the three digit serial number. The plate with Japanese characters
and numbers is attached to the right side of the buttstock (school
property plate?). Large "6" is painted in
white just above the place (please, see pictures). The rifle
is in all original condition. Matching serial numbers (the
matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, and bolt
only; no serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts).
One piece buttstock. Inverted "V" front sight without
the guards. The rear sight is calibrated to 2000 meter. Short
handguard. Flat, stamped buttplate. Cast receiver with integral
tang extension and readily removable barrel. Missing the cleaning
rod. Similar rifle is shown in "Military Rifles of Japan
1897- 1945" by Fred Honeycutt, Jr. and Patt Anthony, page
181 (first edition). CONDITION: Very good+ to fine, with 75%
of original, thin blue on the metal. Some blue is turning
to brownish color. Uniform brown patina on the buttplate. The
stock is in original finish with numerous light dings and scratches.
Small chips in the buttstock next to the buttplate. One inch
long hairline stress crack in the upper part of the buttstock,
just behind the receiver tang. There is also a hairline crack
in the buttstock, just in front of the pistol grip. At least
two screws are modern replacements (the front trigger guard screw
& the nose cap screw). The bore is dark (corroded) from firing
blank ammo. No import markings. Scarce rifle for advanced
Japanese military collector! Serial# 1XX. |
