The Type 99 rifle or Type 99 short rifle (九九式短小銃, Kyūkyū-shiki tan-shōjū) was a bolt-action rifle of the Arisaka design used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II.

From there, you should be able to identify your rifle and find the corresponding page on this website to see what features are correct to your rifle. Arsenal markings: Produced Long rifle …

Dec 10, 2021 · The Type 99 Arisaka rifle was one of the main weapons used by Imperial Japanese soldiers in World War II. How does it stack up as a battlefield rifle?

Nov 6, 2020 · The Type 99 is one of the most commonly found Japanese military rifles with approximately 2.5 million made. Following their experience in China, the Japanese military …

Oct 9, 2020 · Type 99 Arisaka battle rifles utilize a unique, disc-shaped safety, and their stocks were finished with the resin of the urushi tree. Joseph's rifle is chambered for the 7.7x58mm …

Sep 6, 2018 · Introduced in 1939, it fought every major battle in Japan’s war with the United States. From Bataan to Guadalcanal, from the Gilberts, the Marshalls, the Marianas and the …

Oct 13, 2006 · The Arisaka T99 was the much anticipated replacement of the earlier 6.5mm T38 infantry rifle in use since before WW1. Initially, both T99 Long rifles and T99 rifles were …

With this website I hope to help others identify their Arisaka Type 99 and see the change in features over the course of production.

Nov 23, 2024 · Discover the fascinating history of the Type 99 Arisaka Rifle, Japan's final service rifle. This ultimate guide explores its unique features, impact on warfare, and legacy, offering …

The Type 99 was the first mass-manufactured battle rifle with a chrome-plated inner chamber for ease of rifle maintenance and cleaning. This feature was completely phased out at the end of …