Description: This is an authentic WWII Japanese Arisaka Type 99 bolt-action rifle, chambered in 7.7×58mm, representing a true wartime bringback. The receiver shows clear evidence of the Imperial Chrysanthemum (mum) crest and “Type 99” markings being ground off—a practice mandated by Allied forces after Japan’s surrender, symbolizing the end of the Emperor’s ownership. This strongly indicates the rifle was captured and brought home by a returning soldier rather than later commercial export.
Caliber: 7.7×58mm Arisaka
Action: Bolt-action
Markings: Original mum and “Type 99” inscription have been purposefully removed, typical of surrendered rifles
Rear Sight: Standard sliding ladder sight, with no anti-aircraft wings
Condition: Stock shows wartime wear, with dings and scratches consistent with field use; bore remains strong with visible rifling
Features: Original cleaning rod intact; full-length military stock
Collectors value rifles like this as direct relics of the Pacific War, offering historical authenticity. Unlike later import-marked rifles, this piece reflects its journey from the battlefield to being carried home by a veteran.
