Designed as a takedown version of the standard Type 99 Arisaka bolt action service rifle for use by Imperial Japanese Army paratroopers, utilizing a screw wedge on the right side to allow the barrel and forend section to separate from the action and stock section. Features fixed winged blade front sight and folding rear sight with anti-aircraft wings, a retained mum with two added strike lines on top of the receiver, smooth pistol grip stock with cupped buttplate, partial matching serial number "165" marked on the bottom of the bayonet lug, bottom of the barrel lug, bolt and its components, along with "603" assembly number on various components.

Fine, retains 70% original blue finish with scattered patches of smooth brown patina and spotting, and various rough cast components. Stock is also fine with some scattered light scratches and dents and defined edges. Mechanically excellent.