The reason I ask this, most of the 6.5Jap I come across (Hornady) is 6.5X51. I've shot some old Hornady (my Uncle's surplus) with no trouble, however I thought it was 6.5X50(but could very well be mistaken - I was more focused on the fact that it was 6.5Jap). A few months ago we picked up some new Hornady 6.5Jap that was 6.5X51. It didn't fit - in fact, trying to close the bolt damaged the outside rim of the cartridge.

Now I find this: PCI Ammo 6.5X50 Jap

After researching and reading here and links from threads, I've discovered that my Type 38 is from the Nagoya Arsenal ca. 1923-1933, if that makes a difference.

So, 6.5X50 or 6.5X51? Did I just get a funky box of the 6.5Jap from Hornady? Since the link I posted is sold out currently, any ideas where I can find some ammo that will work?

Heck, I thought 6.5Jap was 6.5Jap.....
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