This third variation Japanese Type 44 carbine was manufactured by the kokura Arsenal (Tokoyo). It has an excellent bore and the chrysanmum and type markings are present on the top of the receiver. The serial numbe is on the barrel and the Kokura mark is on the left side of the receiver. It retains approx. 85% dull blue. The stock is good with usage dents and dings, some carving (and possibly missiing wood) at the top wood to make it fit the third variation bayonet attachment (missing one screw), a small hole on the left above the rear sling swivel, and the two-piece butt slightly open on the left. The swivels are present and the bayonet functions correctly. The action functions correctly. Because of the wood and miissing screw, this Type 44 is very reasonably priced.