LOL I did even notice the cardboard.Quote:
Originally Posted by jmoore
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LOL I did even notice the cardboard.Quote:
Originally Posted by jmoore
Contact Victor A Soto in CA. He keeps a data base and may know the answer. He may let you know if OK with the current owner.Quote:
Originally Posted by seabot2
I could not figure out how to edit, but to clarify--In the close up picture the T99s are a Nagoya 4X adjustable, Nagoya 4x fixed, Nagoya 2.5 Cutback with correct T99 marked cutback scope, Kokura with correct 2.5X 99 Kokura specific scope, then a Kokura 99 with incorrect cloudy T97 scope(this rifle fired a 0.84 inch 5 shot group at 100 yds with Norma ammo), then another Kokura 99 which has butt showing only and now has a correct scope.Quote:
Originally Posted by mike radford
In the big picture, the T97s have three Nagoya 97s and three Kokura 97s plus a scope deficiency. Most of these rifles are about 1.5 MOA rifles. I have fired them all. Match ammo, or handloads with match componets, should improve that a bit.
You ought to add some insights to the 6,5 Japanese ammo threads that resurface periodically. It would sure beat "reinventing the wheel"!Quote:
Originally Posted by mike radford
As far as the 7,7 ammo goes, the Hornady 150gr PSP seems about the best of the factory ammunition in the Type 99, generally speaking. Why the 174 gr bullets don't do better is a minor mystery.
Just thought I should have everybody look at this T99 sniper rifle being sold on Gunbroker right now. The scope mount plate has been removed and we can see that there is nothing under it as markings are concerned. The arsenal and serial number are only on the bridge of the receiver as they were destined to be sniper rifles from the start.
Japanese Type 99 Kokura Sniper : Curios & Relics at GunBroker.com
Those are some fine looking Arisakas gents....thanks for the post! I have Dad's that he brought back from Okinawa, but it's the standard rifle, not the sniper. He never really had alot of interest in it, but I've grown to really appreciate it over the years. What a rugged weapon it is.
I picked up a Nagoya T99 sniper a few years back for 75 bucks. No scope but all there. It was abasket case though, it had been placed above a fireplace since the end of the was and was well and truly covered in rust.
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...camra172-1.jpg
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...camra174-1.jpg
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...camra175-1.jpg
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...camra178-1.jpg
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...camra183-1.jpg
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...camra192-1.jpg
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Hal, I would not be surprised to see a rifle in that condition restored. Regardless, some of the parts remain valuable. Of course you can enjoy it as is too.
I do reload but have not reloaded 7.7 for a few years now. As a result I have little to add on that right now. I have used Hornady factory ammo and it is OK, not great. I have had best results with Norma. I also had good results with a commercial load that used 148 grain Silver tip soviet bullets in their loads but name eludes me and I am pretty sure it is no longer available. Using these Soviet bullets are pretty inexpensive and effective in my limited experience. I have used 174 gr Sierra Match King HPBT, 0.311 diameter, and results were OK but not what I expected from such a good bullet. I have some Hornady 312 match bullets I will try evetially. I really want to try some Soviet bullets from the Extra Match ammo, which will requiire pulling and messing up amazing ammo, but these bullets are extraordinary although 200 grain. I would have to get back to some of my prior research to come up with a good load for the 7.7. I have been shooting 54r so much in the last several years I need to get back and give the Japanese rifles another trial.Quote:
Originally Posted by jmoore
Restoration almost complete. I let the rifles soak covered in Kroil in a plastic bag for almost six months. I'll post pics when done.Quote:
Originally Posted by mike radford