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WWII Arisaka Type 99 Last Ditch Matching 7.7 Japanese Bolt Action Rifle 1943-45

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WWII Arisaka Type 99 Last Ditch Matching 7.7 Japanese Bolt Action Rifle 1943-45
WWII Arisaka Type 99 Last Ditch Matching 7.7 Japanese Bolt Action Rifle 1943-45

Our Assessment: The Type 99 Arisaka rifle was used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. It was named after its designer, Colonel Nariakira Arisaka. The Type 99 was a reliable and durable weapon, but it was heavy and difficult to operate in confined spaces. It was used extensively in the Pacific Theater and some were also used by the Imperial Japanese Navy. This "Last Ditch" Type 99 Arisaka was made at the Nagoya Arsenal sometime between 1943 and 1945. The rifle was made with cost & time saving shortcuts that include a lack of "Type 99" markings, simple sights, short handguard, wooden buttplate, and rough metal work. The bolt is also a "last ditch" bolt made with a simplified safety (no decorative metal work) and a straight bolt handle. These are indicative of the cost cutting and accelerated production measures used to turn out rifles as the end of the war approached. This "Last Ditch" Type 99 is in pretty Good shape, showing a decent bore and has a well preserved stock. The chrysanthemum has been removed. The bolt assembly is marked with the last 3 digits of the serial number on the handle, extractor, firing pin, and safety. This last ditch Type 99 Arisaka will go well in any military or Japanese collection. Please see our photos, good luck and happy bidding!

Make: Japanese, Nagoya Arsenal

Model: Type 99 Arisaka, Last Ditch

Serial Number: 12746

Year of Manufacture: 1935-1945

Caliber: 7.7x58 Arisaka (7.7 Jap)

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle, Fixed Internal Magazine

Barrel Length: 26"

Sights / Optics: The front sight is an inverted V post dovetailed to a raised base. The rear sight is a fixed aperture set atop a barrel mounted base.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The 2 piece wooden stock has a pistol grip, metal nose cap with bayonet lug, barrel band, 2 sling loops, a through bolt and a wooden buttplate secured by 3 nails. The stock hardware shows a brown patina, the wood shows some scratches, scuffs and scrapes. The forearm is secure but is duffel cut under the barrel band so there is a small amount of back-and-forth play. The seam in the buttstock is opening a little on each side. The LOP measures 12 1/4" from the front of the trigger to the back of the wood. The stocks rate in about Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright and the rifling is deep. The muzzle and grooves show erosion. In this writer’s opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 7 out of 10. Many military and C&R eligible weapons have bores that will show erosion. This is not only due to age but to the fact that corrosive primers were commonly used in ammunition worldwide. For example, the U.S. used corrosive ammunition throughout WWII. The U.S. military did not begin to phase out corrosive-primed ammunition until the 1950’s.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 0% of its metal finish. The metal shows a brown patina and light surface erosion, there are some scuffs and scratches. The screw heads are sharp. Most markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fair to Good condition.

Mechanics: The safety turns but does not stay in the SAFe position. The action functions otherwise. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

CA Legality: C&R: YeS, CA Dealer Transferable: YeS