STG44 Posted October 31, 2016 Share #1 Posted October 31, 2016 Got this from a buddy on Saturday. Don't know who the vet was that brought it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Hudson Posted October 31, 2016 Share #2 Posted October 31, 2016 Even though it is not ID'ed to a particular vet, that carving screams "WAR SOUVENIR!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Hudson Posted October 31, 2016 Share #3 Posted October 31, 2016 A weapons purist might cry at the carving, but I'd bet that if you had this hanging on the wall it would be the first thing non-collectors would ask about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STG44 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share #4 Posted October 31, 2016 I bet you are right. I can picture this rifle hanging on a wall in the vet's den and I'm sure everyone asked him about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USdog Posted October 31, 2016 Share #5 Posted October 31, 2016 That is a really nice rifle, congrats. I love the engraving on the stock... I got a nice type 38 from the vets son not too long ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundance Posted October 31, 2016 Share #6 Posted October 31, 2016 Boy that looks unissued. I like the carving. I can see the other side though since the stock is so pristine. Overall I think it's nicely done and a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Hudson Posted October 31, 2016 Share #7 Posted October 31, 2016 Wonder if anyone ever carved "MADE IN JAPAN" on an Arisaka? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundance Posted October 31, 2016 Share #8 Posted October 31, 2016 I forgot to mention - I love those Type 99's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garandomatic Posted November 1, 2016 Share #9 Posted November 1, 2016 Saw a Japanese rifle once that said "BAKA" on it... That was pretty cool... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themick Posted November 1, 2016 Share #10 Posted November 1, 2016 Is the 'mum unground? Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STG44 Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share #11 Posted November 1, 2016 I didn't take any pictures yet of the other side but it is as nice as the side shown. Sadly, the mum is ground. Since this rifle is worth much anyways I think the carving doesn't hurt its value too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M24 Chaffee Posted November 1, 2016 Share #12 Posted November 1, 2016 I think that's a great looking souvenir! I like the carving! Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1st Sgt CES Posted December 28, 2016 Share #13 Posted December 28, 2016 Great Find--I like this a lot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROBS Posted December 28, 2016 Share #14 Posted December 28, 2016 I didn't take any pictures yet of the other side but it is as nice as the side shown. Sadly, the mum is ground. Since this rifle is worth much anyways I think the carving doesn't hurt its value too much. I would say it actually adds value IMO. nice rifle, -Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. BARney Posted December 28, 2016 Share #15 Posted December 28, 2016 Looks to be in really good condition and I agree, the carving just adds to the interest. Seems like there are lots of Arisakas out there for sale (and surprisingly affordable - relatively speaking) but very very few with any kind of vet capture markings. Love those battlefield photos which include Marines/Soldiers with a captured Arisaka slung on their back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katieony Posted December 29, 2016 Share #16 Posted December 29, 2016 A very nice "bring back"...thanks for posting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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