WWII Japanese, Arisaka Type 38 Carbine, 6.5×50SR, Bolt-Action (W/ Bring Back Paper & Bayonet)

The Type 38 was a service rifle used by the Empire of Japan predominantly during the Second Sino-Japanese War and Second World War. The design was adopted by the Imperial Japanese Army in 1905 (the 38th year of the Meiji period, hence "Type 38"). Because the 6.5×50mmSR Arisaka cartridge it fired was considered underpowered, a replacement was devised, the Type 99 rifle, but both rifles saw usage until the end of the war. The Type 38 Carbine was introduced into service at the same time as the standard Type 38. This Type 38 Carbine sports a 19.2" barrel, adjustable flip-up rear sights, semi-hooded front post sight, bayonet lug, cleaning rod, sling rings, 16-petal chrysanthemum receiver stamp, receiver dust cover and comes with non numbers matching bayonet & scabbard. This gun also comes with a WWII U.S. GI bring-back certificate that is signed by George R. Class, Captain, Air Corps. This gun is believed to have been sent home from New Guinea by Art Heinecke in 1944. This gun is in good condition with some wear, has a sharp bore with pitting and appears to be in good working order.

Price: $3850 plus shipping