2006-12-11 08:00:27 · 8 answers · asked by carlos t 1 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Well of course it's worth keeping, but it's not really gonna be worth a lot, and a replacement bolt... well, you might find one, but it might be kinda a tricky search too. Even if it's got the mum (if it does it's right on the very top of the receiver, if it's not you should see a grinding mark) it doesn't mean it's instantly worth a fortune, even thought they are kinda rare, it's gotta be in decent shape, and at least not missing parts. Sell it if you don't want it, I'd say if you can get 50 bucks that'd be doin well (I run a gun shop and if someone came in with a Arisaka with no bolt, I'd probably offer like $20). If not, well just hold on to it, why not. Kind cool anyway, even if it doesn't work.
2006-12-11 10:48:52 · answer #1 · answered by Conrad 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fixing the Arisaka could be worthwhile, depending on your motivation. First , forget Brownells or Midway for your bolt. The former sells firearms alteration parts, and the later sells reloading supplies.
Try Gunparts/Numrich or Sarco, both on the web. If you desire to fire it you would be well advised to have a gunsmith check the headspace for you.
Next, the caveat. You most definitely want to establish that this is NOT a trainer. The trainers were cast iron. By 1943, Japan was facing a very severe shortage of steel. Her industries were getting bombed continually. Also, check to see if per chance the Chrysanthemum on the receiver ring is in tact. If in the rare instance it is, you have a real keeper there, as most were ground off. A gunsmith worth his salt tell you from a quick glance what you have.
2006-12-11 10:38:42 · answer #2 · answered by dragunov 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello... I would like to let you know that arisakas are not made with inferior metals, but they do tend to have a low quality exterion finish. I recently came across a type 99 sniper which was also missing the "guts" of the bolt and safety knob. The parts you need can be purchased at numrich http://www.e-gunparts.com/productschem.asp?chrMasterModel=1040zTYPE%2099
or found on ebay. Also make sure of what you have (if it has a scope mount on the left side of the reciever its worth a bit) . For more info and help chech out this forum. http://www.gunboards.com/forums/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=42
And if you do decide you dont want to invest anything into it give me an email with your price, i could use it on one of my builds.
2006-12-11 17:09:35 · answer #3 · answered by Heidi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't get rid of it. I would find a repalcement bolt on ebay or gunbroker. As far as making a shooter out of it NO. Some of the arisaka rifles were made with inferior metals and I would not risk it. Besides the ammunition for these is costly and is only produced by one company at this time (I think it is Norma and around $40.00 a box of 20ea.) It would make a nice and historical wall hanger.
2006-12-11 09:28:11 · answer #4 · answered by waltmcnameeiii 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a neat piece of history, but it is really not worth anything. For the cost of the bolt you could probably get a shooter's grade M-N 44 or Mauser. If you want to keep it then check Brownells.
2006-12-11 08:16:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The historical value is good, regardless of condition. With everything they tend to be worth about $200-400 dollars. Depending on what parts it has, it might be worth something for someone that wants some replacement parts. I wouldn't toss it!
2006-12-11 08:16:25 · answer #6 · answered by Aggie80 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can check the cost of the bolt and then decide if you want to continue.
If not the site to check on the part also buys guns.
good luck
2006-12-11 12:10:41 · answer #7 · answered by Nancy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go buy a copy of Shotgun news and look for a part vendor.. Check Brownell or Midway,
2006-12-11 08:07:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋