Arisaka Type 38 Carbine 6.5x50mm Japanese Bolt-Action, 19.2 in Barrel, 5-Round, Made in Japan
This Japanese-made Arisaka Type 38 Carbine is a compact, military-pattern bolt-action chambered in 6.5x50mm Japanese with a 19.2-inch barrel and a 5-round fixed internal box magazine. The receiver carries the Type 38 "三八式" marking, and the receiver ring shows a defaced Imperial chrysanthemum, indicating post-surrender disposition. It retains its correct carbine features, including side-mounted sling swivels on the left, a single central barrel band with front nosecap, and a carbine-length cleaning rod.
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: This firearm is in solid shape. It shows various cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Arisaka Type 38 Carbine chambered in 6.5x50mm Japanese
- Carbine-length cleaning rod installed under the muzzle
Built for military service and made in Japan, this Type 38 Carbine presents in the classic short configuration with a 19.2-inch barrel and a 5-round fixed internal box magazine. The bolt-action system is paired with the large knurled rear safety knob typical of the design.
Sighting equipment consists of a protected front blade and a tangent/ladder rear sight, offering a practical military sight picture. The carbine retains its side-mounted sling swivels on the left for traditional carry and use.
The stock and top handguard are wood, secured by a single central barrel band with a front nosecap. A carbine-length cleaning rod is retained under the muzzle, completing the correct carbine furniture and accessories.
Markings include the Type 38 "三八式" receiver designation, a defaced Imperial chrysanthemum crest on the receiver ring, and arsenal/inspection symbols on the left receiver rail, including a three-circle clover-like mark. Together, these features point to a service rifle with post-surrender disposition and period-correct inspection marks.