WW2 Japanese Arisaka Type 38 Carbine Bolt Action Rifle, Caliber 6.5×50 (Original)
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WW2 Original Japanese Arisaka Type 38 Carbine "Mum Intact" Bolt Action Rifle, Caliber 6.5×50
SKU: JAPANESE ARISAKA TYPE 38 CARBINE SN-16349
Original/Reproduction: Original
Availability: In-stock
Model: Type 38
Serial Number: 16349
Manufacture: Koishikawa Arsenal Tokyo. The "four cannonballs" (cloverleaf) mark indicates Tokyo Koishikawa Arsenal, which manufactured these prior to closing in the 1930s.
Date Manufactured: 1943
Caliber: 6.5x50 mm SR Arisaka
Overall length: Approx. 38 inches
Weight (unloaded): Around 7 lbs (3.2 kg)
Magazine capacity: 5-round internal box
Effective Range: 366–457 meters (400-500 yards).
Barrel Lenght: 19"
Stock: Features a distinct two-piece buttstock made of dovetailed wood to maximize material efficiency.
Condition: 94%/Very Good
Bore: 8/10
Mechanically: 94% Excellent
Price: $1295.00
Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Seller Type: Classification: C&R / FFL
Seller ID: JMW
Seller Code: RI-790
Description:
This is an exceptional example of a World War II Japanese Arisaka Type 38 Carbine, chambered in the classic 6.5×50mm Japanese cartridge. Designed for reliability and accuracy, the Type 38 saw widespread use by Imperial Japanese forces and is highly regarded today for its strong action and smooth operation.
This particular carbine is especially desirable, retaining its fully intact Imperial Chrysanthemum (“Mum”) stamped crisply on the receiver. The presence of an intact Mum signifies that the rifle was not surrendered or defaced at the end of the war, greatly enhancing its historical significance and collector value.
Features & Details:
- Model: Arisaka Type 38 Carbine
- Caliber: 6.5×50mm Japanese
- Action: Bolt Action
- Manufacturer: Japanese Arsenal Production (Arsenal marks present)
- Barrel Length: Approx. 19 inches (carbine configuration)
- Overall Length: Approx. 38 inches
- Imperial Marking: Full Chrysanthemum (“Mum”) intact and clearly visible
- Finish: Original wartime finish with excellent preservation
- Stock: Original wood stock in excellent condition with strong grain and minimal handling wear
- Bolt & Components: Matching appearance with proper wartime configuration
Condition:
This rifle remains in excellent overall condition, especially for a wartime-produced Japanese firearm. The metal retains a high percentage of its original finish, showing only light handling wear consistent with careful storage. The bore is clean with strong rifling, and the action cycles smoothly and functions as intended.
The stock is well-preserved with no major cracks or repairs, displaying only minor impressions typical of age. All markings, including arsenal stamps and the Imperial Mum, are clear and well-defined.
Historical Background:
The Type 38 Carbine was a shortened version of the standard Type 38 rifle, designed for cavalry, engineers, and support troops requiring a more compact firearm. Chambered in the 6.5×50mm cartridge, it was known for its manageable recoil, accuracy, and durability in harsh field conditions.
Arisaka rifles are widely respected among collectors and historians for their robust construction—often considered among the strongest bolt-action designs of the Second World War era. Examples with intact Imperial markings are becoming increasingly scarce and are highly sought after.
