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Lot #390

Lot 389: Two Japanese Type 38 Bolt Action Longarms

Collector's Lot of Two Japanese Type 38 Bolt Action Longarms

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Lot 389: Two Japanese Type 38 Bolt Action Longarms

Collector's Lot of Two Japanese Type 38 Bolt Action Longarms

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Estimated Price: $850 - $1,300
Price Realized:
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A) Nagoya Arsenal Type 38 Carbine

Manufacturer: Japanese
Model: Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 6.5 mm Japanese
Barrel: 19 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1229
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 97
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blade front and short ladder rear sights, with the solid mum on the receiver ring over the model markings, and the arsenal markings on the side wall. Matching numbers overall. Smooth pistol grip stock, with sling swivels and a cupped buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with 60% of the original blue finish, showing some mild handling marks, areas of brown patina, and minor spotting. The stock is good as revarnished, with dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.



B) Nagoya Type 38 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Nagoya
Model: Type 38
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 6.5 mm Japanese
Barrel: 31 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1229
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 97
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blade front and ladder rear sights, with a mum present on top of the receiver ring, above the "3/8/Type" model markings, and the Nagoya markings on the left receiver wall. Collector references identify this as a 27th series. Matching numbers are visible on the bayonet lug and bolt handle. Mahogany stock.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with 85% of the original blue finish, showing some light handling marks and spotting overall, as well as a bright, polished appearance to the bolt. Stock is also very fine, with some pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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