{"product_id":"japanese-arisaka-type-38-rifle-6-5x50mm-intact-imperial-mum","title":"Japanese Arisaka Type 38 Rifle – 6.5x50mm – Intact Imperial Mum","description":"\u003cp\u003eOffered here is an original Japanese Arisaka Type 38 bolt-action rifle, chambered in 6.5x50mm Arisaka. This example retains one of the most desirable collector features—an intact Imperial Chrysanthemum (“mum”), indicating the rifle was not surrendered or defaced at the end of World War II.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Type 38 is widely respected for its exceptional strength and reliability, with a long service history spanning early 20th century conflicts through WWII. This rifle represents a true piece of Japanese military history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example shows honest battlefield and storage wear, with a well-aged patina on the metal and a stock that reflects its service life. The rifle appears to retain its original configuration, including military sights and hardware. The mum is clearly visible and adds significant collector value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bolt operates as expected, and the rifle presents as a solid, untouched military bring-back style piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Arisaka Type 38\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaliber: 6.5x50mm Arisaka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction: Bolt-Action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: Approx. 31.5”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: Approx. 50”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSights: Military ladder rear sight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood overall military surplus condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntact and visible Imperial Chrysanthemum (Mum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal shows age, patina, and handling wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock shows dings, scratches, and service wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppears complete and original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This One:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArisaka rifles with intact mums continue to be highly sought after, as many were ground off post-war. This is a solid, honest example that hasn’t been “cleaned up” or altered—exactly what collectors look for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42860481347661,"sku":null,"price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/4B24CD53-95F6-4B50-B04A-A59AB92CB23B.jpg?v=1775937388","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/japanese-arisaka-type-38-rifle-6-5x50mm-intact-imperial-mum","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}