The standard infantry rifle of Imperial Japan from 1899 to around 1905 when the more modern Type 38 was introduced. This early pre-production model features the standard inverted V blade type front sight and a V notch rear on a folding ladder graduated to 1,900 yards with a 2,000 yard top notch. The receiver is correctly unserialized and features the imperial mum and "Type 30" markings on top of the front ring as well as a small "spiral" floral stamp on the rear receiver bridge, which appears to be the crest of Siam; potentially a sale or exchange from surplus after the Type 38 was introduced. No wrist tangs are installed on the receiver or trigger guard; this would be added to later Type 30 rifles and remain through the end of production on the Type 99 rifle. Fitted with a smooth pistol grip stock.

Very fine with 85% plus arsenal blue finish, showing light handling marks and heavy storage grease overall. The stock is fine with a number of dents and dings. Mechanically fine.