Arisaka Type 99, 7.7×58mm Arisaka

The Japanese Type 99 rifle was produced 1935-1945, and underwent several design changes through the years to simplify and speed up the production. Towards the end of WWII they were very crudely made, and are commonly referred to as “Last Ditch” rifles.

This rifle was made by the Nagoya Arsenal and shows most of the characteristics of very late production, such as fixed sights, wooden butt plate, welded safety knob, no provisions for a cleaning rod and a non removable front stock band. As opposed to earlier production, the bore is not chrome lined and shows some slight corrosion in front of the chamber. The barrel is extremely poorly turned, showing obvious signs of totally worn out factory tooling. The number on the bolt does not match the receiver, but it is of the correct type and in the same great condition as the rest of the rifle so we assume that this is a factory mix-up.

This is a very representative example of the crumbling Japanese industry’s efforts to equip their soldiers with weapons until the very end of WWI!

NOTE: Although this rifle is fully functional, it’s very crudely made and we cannot assume any responsibility for it being safe to fire. Sold as a collectible only.

C&R eligible. – SOLD