Japanese Nagoya Type 2 Paratrooper 26” 7.7mm Take Down Bolt Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,400.00
LSB#: WY240915JF029
Make: Nagoya Arsenal
Model: Type 2 Paratrooper
Serial Number: 9591
Year of Manufacture: Between 1942-1944
Caliber: 7.7mm Japanese
Action Type: Bolt action, internal 5 round magazine
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked, “Two Type” in Kanji. The left side of the receiver is marked, “9591” with a Nagoya Arsenal mark. The bolt is serial matched to the receiver. All other serialized parts are non-matching.
Barrel Length: 26”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an inverted triangular post set between two protective ears. The rear sight ladder has a fixed aperture when down and a sliding aperture when flipped up. The ladder is marked from “3 – 15”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a three piece wood stock with a capped forend/bayonet lug & hole for missing cleaning rod, barrel band w/ monopod block & sling loop, takedown assembly, semi-pistol grip, straight comb, sling loop, and steel buttplate. The stock retains its signature split. There are heavy pressure dents and scratches throughout. There are small chips throughout with a notably large chunk missing out of the left side of the forend. There are no cracks. The LOP measures 12.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Good overall condition for C&R.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: original.
Bore Condition: The chrome bore is bright and the rifling is shallow, but this is normal for Arisaka rifles. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10 as a C&R.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 60% of its original finish. All of the metal surfaces have small dings, surface scratches, and rub wear. Some of the metal has begun to patina, specifically the bottom metal and butt plate. There is also wear on the friction points of the bolt and receiver. Overall this rifle is in Good Condition for C&R. For a better understanding of this rifle’s condition and appearance please see our photos.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. There is an added screw to prevent the takedown tab from rotating.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: The Nagoya Type 2 Paratrooper Rifle stands as a distinctive variant of the Arisaka Type 99 rifle, tailor-made for the needs of airborne units in the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. Produced at the Nagoya Arsenal, this rifle featured unique characteristics to accommodate the demands of airborne operations. One prominent feature of the Nagoya Type 2 Paratrooper Rifle was its takedown design, utilizing a threaded captive pin and lug system allowing it to be disassembled into two separate pieces for ease of transport. This feature facilitated the rifle’s deployment in cramped spaces typical of airborne operations, such as aircraft and parachuting scenarios. Its unique features and specialized design highlight the adaptations made by the Imperial Japanese Army to meet the specific requirements of their airborne units during World War II. Today, these rifles are prized by collectors and historians for their rarity and historical significance, offering insights into the equipment and tactics employed by Japanese airborne forces during the war. -R.E.
