The Arisaka Type 38 Carbine was a shortened variant of the unwieldy 31.4” Type 38 Rifle intended for Imperial japanese cavalry, engineers, quartermasters, and other non-frontline troops. Their compact size made them popular souvenirs for WWII era service members to bring back to the US. This example is a GI bring back which was fortunate to stay accompanied by the original box which it was shipped back home to Niagara Falls NY in, with a shipping address coming from C Company in 102nd Engineer Battalion along with the GIs name. The soldiers initials are also carved into the stock of the rifle, providing extra provenance. The Mum has been ground however the rifle comes with a dust cover. The cosmetic finish on the steel & Condition of the stock has aged consistent with the humid air in Niagara Falls NY, however mechanically the rifle appears to be in good working order. The receiver has a Kokura Arsenal Stamp.
Manufacturer: Kokura Arsenal
Model / Generation: Type 38 Carbine
Caliber: 6.5 Arisaka
Type of Action: Bolt Action
Barrel Length: 18”
Type of Sights: Front Post, Rear Leaf
Finish: Blued
Material: Steel, Wood
Colors: Brown
Ammo Capacity: 5
Accessories Included: Original Box
Condition: GOOD- Ground Mum, Finish loss/oxidation and wear to stock, Crack In handguard, initials carved into stock, appears to be in good working order
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SN: 75185
ZB17881 AJS
Inventory Number: A-4447
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