December 14-17, 2021 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/15/2021
Lot consist of: (A) Japanese Type 38 Naval trainer bolt action rifle. Receiver has an Imperial Naval crest on the chamber. Left side of the receiver lacks manufacturer markings, and is marked "78" followed by "216". School markings on both sides of the butt. No import marks found. Mismatched parts. Blade front sight with rear ladder adjustable to 1,700 meters. Military blued finishes and an oil finish wood stock. CONDITION: Metal retains little of its original finish with most areas forming a brown patina. Wood has handling marks and scratches. Bore is heavily frosted. These were meant to fire using blank ammunition, not live rounds! (B) Japanese Type 38 Naval trainer bolt action rifle. Receiver has an Imperial Naval crest on the chamber. Left side of the receiver lacks manufacturer markings. School markings on both sides of the butt. No import marks found. Bolt and receiver are matching. Blade front sight with rear ladder adjustable to 1,700 meters. Military blued finishes and an oil finish wood stock. Elevation slider, bolt release and extractor are all missing. Includes attached nylon sling. CONDITION: Metal retains little of its original finish with most areas forming a heavy brown patina. Stock has wear, dings and scotches. Bore is frosted. These were meant to fire using blank ammunition, not live rounds! Sling is excellent. JWA
Barrel Length
(BOTH) 31 - 1/2"
Manufacturer
(BOTH) Japanese
Serial Number
(A) 216 (B) 2799766