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In the late 30's the Japanese instituted a paratrooper command along with allies Germany and Italy. The paratroopers having jumped at one location...
Good web page to find out what markings mean on your Japanese collectibles. Markings on Japanese Arisaka Rifles and Bayonets of World War II...
http://www.riceone1.com
In late part of the 30's the Japanese undertook to develop a rifle for the 7.7x58 cartridge as they wanted a larger caliber rifle to be able to...
BANZAI, the monthly newsletter/magazine for anyone interested in Japanese militaria. Started by Don Harper in 1982, BANZAI has become a medium for...
http://www.japanesecollector.com/
T38 rifles were pulled from Stores to modify to a sniper configuration to test the use of telescopics in combat. This rifle was put together about...
Basic Manual of Military Small Arms by W.H.B. Smith (Expired Copyright 1943) Observations: by Badger How to load, operate, disassemble,...
Fundamentals of Small Arms Weapons (WWII U.S. Training Films) These combined videos demonstrate the mechanics of pistols, rifles and machine guns....
Infantry Weapons and their Effects (WWII and Korean era U.S. Training Films) "Infantry Weapons and Their Effects" is an official WWII era...
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I was hoping you could tell me about my rifle. It is a Nagoya arsenal Type 99 long rifle serial number in the 800 range, mum intact, all matching. No...
As I was doing the anual cleaning on my Arisaka's I pulled out a type 38 that had givin ( as I remember) problems on the range with misfires ect. I...
Took my type 99, 23/21671 Kokura, w/mum, all matching including dustcover to the range. Ammo was gun show buy, formed from LC 69 30-06 brass. Took it...
I always hate those posts, but this is for a good cause. An older lady I know from on-line (ebay) is the last in her family and she's selling off...
Hi Guys!! I am new to the forum. This site looks great. I recently aquired a Japanese 7.7 Rifle that appears to be a last ditch. The serial...
I got this from a friend today, he said his dad brought it home from WWII when he came home from the Navy. It is a first variation and all the...
Need some help. Just picked up a Type 99 with an early Rear Barrel Band. My problem is, the previous owner has worn the screw head so far down, I...
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...
Can Anybody translate what this box of ammo says? Received it with a 99 that I just purchased. I see similar boxes in a few books, but none that...
Japanese marines landing ... Sighting in...
I recently saw this rifle, which was identified as a Type 38. It appears to have no mum, but rather a star on the receiver. anyone able to identify...
Type 99 Nagoya First series # 29267 Writen in ink on rifle "Saipan, June 25th 1944" Just discovered the GI'S name on both sides of hand guard. ...
Hello everyone, I got this Type 99 in a package deal a while ago. Was hoping someone could tell me the value. I know the parts are worth more...
Life long gun enthuist and 2nd Amendment supporter. I have recently found the joy of surplus collecting and boy, IS IT FUN. From the vast knowledge...
Caption was that this soldier was KIA. Picture taken in Manchuria....
I just bought a jap 99 and it has a cloth tag sewn to the front sling loop it is 1 1/2 by 1 1/4 it has two japanese symboles written on it but it...
I just purchased my first two japanese rifles after having thought about it way too long. The first is below. I make it to be a Nagoya Arsenal 4th...
I added a new one to the collection and am trying to learn about the Type 30's now. I've done some researching and I think I have a feel, but I know...
I've searched a lot of sites and cannot find this marking to show where this bayonet was made or when it was made. Maybe I overlooked the symbol but...
Hi everyone, New to the old Japanese rifles. I picked up a type 38 yesterday and have had some trouble figuring out the info on this one. Some of...
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