Kokura Arsenal Type 99 Arisaka Short Rifle, 7.7 Japanese, 26" Barrel, WWII Late-War with Intact Chrysanthemum
This Kokura Arsenal Type 99 Short Rifle is a late-war, simplified configuration from WWII with an intact Imperial chrysanthemum crest on the receiver ring. Note: the muzzle shows externally cut threads; this is a non-factory modification and not part of the original Type 99 configuration. Chambered in 7.7 Japanese with a stated 26" barrel and a 5+1 capacity, it retains hallmark late-war features including a rear sight base without anti-aircraft wings and a straight bolt handle. Marked with Kokura arsenal and circled series stamps, it presents as a collectible Japanese service rifle from the 1943–1945 period.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scratches and dents throughout the wooden furniture. The metal components show pitting and spots of rust. For its age, this rifle is in good condition.
What’s Included
- Kokura Arsenal Type 99 Arisaka Short Rifle chambered in 7.7 Japanese (7.7x58mm)
- Front band only; no nose cap/bayonet lug present
- Side-mounted sling swivels
- Short upper handguard
- Intact Imperial chrysanthemum crest on receiver ring
Produced by Kokura Arsenal during WWII, this Type 99 Short Rifle reflects late-war simplification. The rifle features a straight bolt handle with round knob and omits the sheet-metal bolt dust cover typical of earlier production. The rear sight base is present but lacks anti-aircraft wings, and the front sight is a fixed blade on a block base. The muzzle has external threads that appear to be a later, non-factory alteration; there is no nose cap or bayonet lug present.