JAPANESE MILITARY ARISAKA UNKNOWN

Description:
Guns Listing ID: 675033



Japanese Arisaka Type 38 Variant Bolt-Action Rifle – Imperial Mum – Serial #889502 – AS-IS

Up for sale is a Japanese Arisaka Type 38-pattern bolt-action rifle or possible school/training variant. This rifle features classic Arisaka styling and retains a faintly visible ground Imperial chrysanthemum (“mum") crest on the receiver ring, commonly seen on Japanese rifles surrendered after WWII.

Serial number observed is 889502. Rifle features a blued finish with honest handling wear, age-related patina, scratches, and storage marks throughout. Wood stock remains solid with wear consistent with age and military surplus use.

Based on our research, this appears to be an Arisaka Type 38-pattern rifle; however, exact model variation and chambering have not been professionally verified.

Features:

Japanese Arisaka Type 38-pattern rifle
Bolt-action operation
Internal 5-round magazine
Blued finish
Visible ground Imperial mum crest
Military-style wood stock
Serial number 889502

Important Disclaimer / AS-IS Terms:

Caliber/chambering has NOT been verified and is listed as UNKNOWN.
We are NOT experts on Japanese military or trainer rifles.
Rifle may be a military rifle, school rifle, training rifle, or variant thereof.
We have NOT test fired this firearm.
Buyer is strongly encouraged to have firearm inspected by a qualified gunsmith prior to firing.
No guarantees are made regarding safety, functionality, shootability, originality, matching parts, or completeness.
Many Japanese training rifles were not intended for modern live ammunition.
Buyer must perform their own due diligence regarding identification and safe operation.
Sold strictly AS-IS with no warranties expressed or implied.

This is a very interesting piece of Japanese military history and would make a great addition to a WWII or military surplus collection. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.

Manufacturer: JAPANESE MILITARY
Model: ARISAKA
Caliber Info: UNKNOWN
Condition: Used - Non-Certified
Barrels: 26" BARREL
Action: BOLT ACTION
Finish: blued

Price: $899.99
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