#96 • Japanese Type 99, 10th Series with Mum, 7.7 Caliber Rifle

Part of June Firearms Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $350.00

Status: Sold

Japanese type 99, 10th series in a 7.7 Jap caliber rifle with mum. Late WWII bolt action rifle manufactured in Nagoya Arsenal. The traditional Imperial Chrysanthemum stamped on the top of the receiver is crisp, signifying the Emperors property. The majority of these rifles had the 'mum' ground down when the Japanese troops surrendered. Finding an intact 'mum' attributes to its collectability and is rarely seen. The series mark on the left side of the receiver is also clear and crisp. Highly renowned for being one of the most robust military actions of WWII. 26 inch barrel with fixed front and rear sights. The barrel has a browned patina with double barrel bands and the bore is in excellent condition with crisp rifling and is bright and shiny. The bolt action is in good condition and the receiver has a faded patina with some browning. The trigger guard and floor plate has some oxidization and pitting but remain in good condition. Traditional two piece wood stock with wood buttplate have scattered mars and scratches but appear sold and stable with very nice color. The right side of the buttstock has Japanese writing and is very clear. Two sling rings are present on the left side of the rifle and a bayonet lug is present on the forend. A fantastic WWII rifle with all of the appropriate markings including the highly sought after mum! Serial number: 44728 FFL status: C and R