Gun Collectors Dream Auction #79 Weapons of War

WWII Japanese Nagoya Arsenal Arisaka Type 99 'Last Ditch' Bolt Action Rifle

This auction ended on November 16, 2025.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $400 - $700

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $350

Description

A WWII Japanese Nagoya Arsenal Arisaka Type 99 ‘Last Ditch’ Bolt Action Rifle. This military rifle features a full-length wooden stock and blued steel components. Visible markings on the receiver include a prominent chrysanthemum crest, indicating the Imperial Seal of Japan (Kiku no Gomon), followed by a serial number ‘20065’ preceded by a series mark (likely ‘2’ or ‘ニ’) and an additional circled inspection mark. The rifle is structurally complete with an operable bolt assembly. Sling swivels are present at the forend and buttstock.


Condition report:

Overall good used condition, displaying typical wear, scratches, and minor finish loss to the wooden stock. The metalwork shows some dulling and surface wear. Structurally sound.