This section is intended as a resource to help you in identifying a particular Japanese rifle.
This section was begun by Stan Zielinski and Shannon Zeigler in July 2000. Additional contributions have been made by Earl Battey and Doss White. This section is still pretty rough and incomplete, so we encourage comments, corrections, additions, etc. We hope that this will eventually represent the collaborative efforts of all those interested in the collecting of Japanese rifles.
The sections currently with content are listed below.
Model 30
Model 38
Model 38 Cavalry Rifle
Model 99
The Substitute Standard "Last Ditch" Model 99
Bibliography of Works on Japanese Rifles
Rifle FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How to Determine If a Rifle Has Matching Numbers
The following chart of manufacturer's logos should aid in identifying which arsenal made your rifle.