getting old, need to down size my collection.

[ronnieboy]

Kokura markings, 6.5 model 38, mum intact, marked with school markings. 1938 or 39. excellent condition. has cleaning rod, no bayonet. Only have one box of ammo. 43381X ser no. has sling swivels. stock has tailtail divide mark on butt stock. thin metal butt plate. Where can i get a maybe price on this? I have all the WW 2 bolt rifles . Russian, Japan, American, No british. lol. coundnt find what i wanted. lol Seems this rifle was used to train little japs how to march and shoot. really really nice. Ron

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[J-ROD]

You could cruise Gun Broker for prices...if you don’t sell on Gun broker, drop it by 15%-20% and post it here

It’s best to post a few pictures to gauge condition. It’s also helpful to know how much of the rifle matches. Does the bolt and internal serial numbers match the receiver? What arsenal/series is it.

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Another thing...the mum is usually canceled (with smaller circle stamping) if it was removed from service and used for training.

[ronnieboy]

thanks j rod, i'll try that. mum is still intact, it has another smaller marking like the schools name. Ron

[Ovidio]

Oh my God...
I'd love that rifle, but there is a small pond between us.
Give her to someone who'll take care of her like I would, please.

[J-ROD]

I’d throw a price at you but I already have two type 38 rifles. Both have mums, one is a complete match except my disco cover is off by 40 numbers. The other has a nicer stock, it’s older but has a few mismatched parts. Plus my safe is full...maybe I should get another safe!

[Singer B]

(Couldn't find a British rifle he wanted? Dang, that collection has got to be awesome!!)

[usabaker]

Kokura markings, 6.5 model 38, mum intact, marked with school markings. 1938 or 39. excellent condition.

I would be interested in what you are asking for this rifle, if you do decide to sell it. I don't have a single Japanese rifle in my collection so this would be a nice start.

[ronnieboy]

usabaker, this is a exceptional rifle, heavy rifling and lots of history with it. I will try to post pictures if i can learn how. lol. This rifle looks like it was just off the lines. full functtional and almost perfect. lol i would rather this rifle go back to its country of origin but would consider someone who appreciates history .

[usabaker]

i would rather this rifle go back to its country of origin but would consider someone who appreciates history.

I think the gun laws in Japan would prohibit it, but if you like I know a few Japanese nationals in Japan and I can ask if there is a way to return the rifle. I'm big on history BUT, the reason I'm interested in the rifle is because my Grandfather and uncle fought in the pacific war. My Grandfather landed on the Island of Tinian, Saipan, and Guam (SEABEES); One uncle (US Army) was on the Philippine Island of Cebu fighting as a Gurellia after the US forces were overrun. I had another uncle (US ARMY) fighting in the European campaigns.

exceptional rifle, heavy rifling and lots of history with it.

I doubt that I could afford such a rifle in all honesty.

[Bob Womack]

May I suggest you post this and pics over in our own Appraisals, Fakery, Dispute Resolution & Mediation Forum? It is the exact place on this site to ask for appraisals from forum users and might just get a few more peeks by those in the know!

Bob