Japanese Arisaka Type 99 – WWII Military Rifle

This Japanese Arisaka Type 99 7.7×58mm rifle represents an important part of Japanese military firearms history. Introduced in 1939, the Type 99 was developed as a successor to the earlier Type 38 and was chambered for the larger 7.7×58mm Japanese cartridge.

The Type 99 is recognized for its robust bolt-action design, distinctive Japanese military sights, and traditional wood-stock configuration.

Traditional Japanese Military Configuration

This example features a full-length wooden stock and handguard, metal barrel bands, protected front sight, and military rear sight. The bolt assembly and internal magazine system reflect the Type 99’s original military design.

The photographs show the rifle’s receiver, open bolt raceway, and Japanese-character markings near the chamber area. The stock has a dark brown finish with visible scratches and handling marks.

WWII Military Surplus Collectibility

Japanese Type 99 rifles are popular with military surplus collectors because of their wartime history and numerous production variations.

Features such as the receiver chrysanthemum marking, arsenal identification, production series, matching serial numbers, and original accessories can influence collector value.

This rifle displays Japanese receiver markings, but its arsenal, production series, and exact manufacture date have not been verified from the supplied photographs.

The rifle retains a recognizable military configuration, making it an interesting example for collectors of Japanese WWII firearms.

Rifle Specifications

• Manufacturer: Japanese military arsenal; exact arsenal not verified

• Country of Origin: Japan

• Model: Arisaka Type 99

• Caliber: 7.7×58mm Japanese

• Action: Bolt action

• Magazine: Internal box magazine

• Standard Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds

• Stock: Full-length military wood stock

• Handguard: Wood

• Finish: Dark military-style metal finish

• Sights: Military rear sight and protected front sight

• Bolt: Present, with turned-down handle

• Receiver Markings: Japanese characters visible

• Chrysanthemum Marking: Not verified from supplied photographs

• Arsenal / Production Series: Not verified

• Matching Serial Numbers: Not verified

• Condition: Used military surplus

• Bore Condition: Not provided

• Included: Rifle as photographed