TYPE 100 PARATROOPER RIFLE For Sale

$8,500.00

The TYPE 100 Paratrooper Rifle is a significant military firearm, developed by Nagoya Arsenal and produced from 1940, specifically designed for use by paratroopers. It uses the 7.7x58mm Arisaka caliber and features a 26-inch barrel for enhanced accuracy and maneuverability. The rifle is equipped with a 5-shot internal box magazine, a robust one-piece bolt with a Mauser-style extractor, and a unique two-piece takedown mechanism allowing quick disassembly and reassembly. It includes adjustable rear peep sights with anti-aircraft features and a fixed shrouded blade front sight. The stock is two-piece wood with ergonomic grooves, and the monolithic upper handguard offers heat protection. Additional functionalities include side-mounted sling swivels, a knurled knob safety on the bolt, a detachable threaded bolt handle, and a sliding dust cover. The rifle also boasts a lever-style bolt release, a folding monopod for stabilization, and a durable blued finish. These attributes made it a reliable and innovative weapon for airborne troops, and its limited production adds to its value for collectors and historians.

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