The interim step between the original "Grandpa Nambu" and the Type 14 of World War II fame, very few Papa Nambu pistols were equipped to accept a shoulder stock; most were made with no slot at all, and many that had the slot had it filled in by the factory or arsenal. Produced by the Tokyo Gas and Electric Company under military contract, with the "GTE" marking on the chamber, model markings on the right side near the serial number and a naval anchor, and a pair of Kanji markings on the left side. Fitted with fixed front and tangent rear sights, serrated cocking piece with a knurled bolt cover, grip safety on the front strap, lanyard swivel, checkered contoured grips and a non-matching nickel magazine with correct checkered aluminum base.

Very fine, with 85% plus original blue finish, showing some light spotting, edge wear and handling marks. 40% of the original straw color is present on the trigger, and the grips are also very fine with a few small edge chips and minor dings. Mechanically excellent.