Dated September 1941(Showa 16.9), with the late style enlarged trigger guard, external magazine safety spring, grooved and knurled cocking knob, straw finished trigger and safety, and serrated wood grips. Matching numbers including the nickel magazine.

Excellent with 98% plus original blue finish overall. Only slight edge wear on the muzzle. Straw finish is excellent with 97% remaining. Nickel plated magazine is excellent plus. Drag lines (circular) on the frame and grip from the safety lever. Grips are otherwise excellent. All markings remain sharp. Mechanically excellent.

As A, dated October 1944 (Showa 19.10), knurled safety, blue small components, and blued magazine with matching number.

Excellent, with 98% of the original blue finish, showing a slight plum tint to the barrel, light scratching from the safety, and scattered handling marks. Grips are excellent, with pressure dents. Mechanically excellent.