It's kind of unique. According to manufacturing symbols on it, it was produced from 1939 to 1945, so it was definitely used during the war. Also, it looks to be entirely nickel plated. I will admit, the workmanship looks kind of shoddy, and it hasn't been cleaned or oiled for at least 60 years. I also have the bayonet with it, with a nickel plated-looking scabbard as well. Can anyone tell me what it might be worth? I have had several people look at it and they all say that generally Arisakas are worth little, but they all say that they've never seen a rifle quite like mine. Every time I've asked, nobody has thought it was a fake or reproduction. Could someone give me some background or advice?
2007-08-13 02:53:52 · 7 answers · asked by Dave B 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Not all Arisakas were made the same or even in the same caliber. The pre- and early-war models were solid, very well-built rifles and their actions were the basis of many sporters after the war after rebarreling. Later models were cheaply made and were occasionally as dangerous for the shooter as for the target.
If yours still has the chrysanthemum crest on the receiver, it may be worth more than normal because all those were supposed to be ground off captured or surrendered arms at the end of the war.
Value will depend on model, caliber and condition. Having the bayonet will increase the value. A few years ago, these rifles in 7.7 mm caliber with the crest ground off were selling for around $100. I don't know a price now.
I had one in the mid 60's that I paid $10 for at an auction and wish I had it back.
2007-08-13 03:10:07 · answer #1 · answered by Tom 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Japanese Ww2 Rifle
2016-10-03 09:30:06 · answer #2 · answered by finnell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Type 99 that was made a littler earlier then yours.
Some big things to look for also...
Does it still have the Seal of the Emperor on it? It will look like a flower. If it doesn't have that seal on it, it will have a filed off area where it used to be.
A warning in general about that later series of rifles. They tend to explode if you try to fire them. The Japanese did not have good materials and lost a lot of machine tools along the way.
My rifle was made during the 20-30's and is in good condition is worth about 800.00 last time I checked. I do not have a bayonet for it though and the seal was filed off. Most Japanese rifles I have seen in good condition run around that same price.
The bayonet will get you some more.
However since yours was made later, it may not be worth as much because the "last ditch" rifles as they were called are not worth as much in general. A big indicator is if it has rifling or if it is smooth-bore. The smooth-bore is not worth as much.
Does it still have the Seal of the Emperor on it? It will look like a flower. If it doesn't have that seal on it, it will have a filed off area where it used to be. The seal will add to the price since most surrendered weapons, the soldier would file off the seal before giving it up or abandoning it.
2007-08-13 03:10:46 · answer #3 · answered by mnbvcxz52773 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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It's kind of unique. According to manufacturing symbols on it, it was produced from 1939 to 1945, so it was definitely used during the war. Also, it looks to be entirely nickel plated. I will admit, the workmanship looks kind of shoddy, and it hasn't been cleaned or oiled for at least 60...
2015-08-14 21:15:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably a drill rifle used for special events...usually shiny plated rifles are not combat arms for obvious reasons. If it has the original 'mum' on the receiver it may be worth something to a collector, though as a rule this symbol of the emperor's ownership was ground off after the war. it's also possible that someone just decided to plate this weapon after the war....people do a lot customizing for reasons best known to themselves. Actually, Arisakas are very good rifles if manufactured before or in the early years of the war..I've seen excellent sporters made from these actions.
2007-08-13 03:05:13 · answer #5 · answered by Noah H 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Japanese Arisaka
2016-12-11 17:08:33 · answer #6 · answered by reust 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet is to find a collector or appraiser who is knowledgeable about these rifles, and pay to have it appraised. If it's a rare or unusual item, most guides may not even list it. You COULD try searching the yahoo auctions or e-bay or other auction sites for something similar, and see what kind of activity that appears there for these, but they may not show up, if it's that rare.
And keep in mind that just being rare doesn't make it valuable. It has to be desirable, too. I have some extremely rare one-of-a-kind artwork done by my son at home, but since the demand for them is limited to my wife and myself, the actual value on the open market isn't very much.
2007-08-13 03:02:38 · answer #7 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine has the seal, bayonete and cleaning rod as well as the original strap with the Japanese letters. My Dad took it on Saipan and it still has sand in the strap. I also have a pic of the solider that owned it.
2015-01-29 07:21:29 · answer #8 · answered by Unknown 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most go for about $200 -$300.000 now ays with the harder to find ones higher
2014-08-01 05:10:15 · answer #9 · answered by Tommy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋