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Japanese Type 38 Arisaka Bolt Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD
Japanese Type 38 Arisaka Bolt Action Rifle
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Japanese Type 38 Arisaka Bolt Action Rifle, #00028587, 6.5x50mm cal., 31.25'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, inverted ''V'' front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on top of receiver with obliterated Imperial chrysanthemum over a partially visible character for ''school'' and ''38 Type''. Left side of receiver has ''00'' stamped next to serial number, indicating rifle was removed from service, along with the mark for the Kokura Arsenal. Mismatched number on bolt handle. Rifle is missing cleaning rod, front triggerguard screw, magazine floorplate, spring and follower, and rear sling bracket and swivel. Front of extractor has been filed. Condition overall is good with approx. 40% finish remaining on the rifle, turning brown over much of the surface. Pistol grip has been re-shaped and wood has been sanded and varnished over old handling marks. Action is smooth, bore is poor and dark overall with visible rifling. No visible import stamps. Est.: $200-$300. (C&R)