Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this historic Japanese bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Koishikawa Arsenal Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” Training Rifle!
The Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” Training Rifle is a unique variation of Japan’s iconic Type 38 bolt-action rifle, produced for use in military schools and cadet training programs. Manufactured primarily by the Koishikawa Arsenal, these rifles were designed to closely replicate the size, weight, and handling of their service-grade counterparts, allowing students to learn proper drill and marksmanship techniques without the risks associated with live combat weapons. Marked with distinct school insignias or characters identifying their institutional origin, these rifles served as vital tools in preparing Japan’s youth and cadets for military discipline and readiness during the early to mid-20th century.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Japanese, Koishikawa Arsenal
Model: Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” Training Rifle
Serial: 995982
Caliber: 6.5x50 Arisaka
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 31.4"
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front and Tangent Ladder with “V”-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard / This example features two zeros preceding the serial number, a chrysanthemum overstamped with a ring of small circles, and the “school” marking below the chrysanthemum.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Japanese Koishikawa Arsenal Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” Training Rifle stands as a distinctive variation of Japan’s renowned Type 38 bolt-action service rifle, adapted specifically for instructional and cadet use. Produced by the Koishikawa (Tokyo) Arsenal, these rifles closely followed the military-grade Type 38’s overall dimensions, layout, and operation, ensuring that students and trainees learned the same manual of arms as Imperial Japanese soldiers. Built with the same Mauser-inspired action featuring dual locking lugs and a smooth bolt throw, the “School Mark” rifles were either chambered for the 6.5×50SR Arisaka cartridge or rendered inert for safety in classroom settings. Their construction emphasized durability and familiarity — full-length walnut stocks, fixed sights, and simplified yet robust finishes typical of Koishikawa craftsmanship. Many examples were marked with distinctive school or training emblems, giving them an identifiable link to specific institutions and military academies across pre-war and wartime Japan.
Model: Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” Training Rifle
Serial: 995982
Caliber: 6.5x50 Arisaka
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 31.4"
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front and Tangent Ladder with “V”-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard / This example features two zeros preceding the serial number, a chrysanthemum overstamped with a ring of small circles, and the “school” marking below the chrysanthemum.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Japanese Koishikawa Arsenal Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” Training Rifle stands as a distinctive variation of Japan’s renowned Type 38 bolt-action service rifle, adapted specifically for instructional and cadet use. Produced by the Koishikawa (Tokyo) Arsenal, these rifles closely followed the military-grade Type 38’s overall dimensions, layout, and operation, ensuring that students and trainees learned the same manual of arms as Imperial Japanese soldiers. Built with the same Mauser-inspired action featuring dual locking lugs and a smooth bolt throw, the “School Mark” rifles were either chambered for the 6.5×50SR Arisaka cartridge or rendered inert for safety in classroom settings. Their construction emphasized durability and familiarity — full-length walnut stocks, fixed sights, and simplified yet robust finishes typical of Koishikawa craftsmanship. Many examples were marked with distinctive school or training emblems, giving them an identifiable link to specific institutions and military academies across pre-war and wartime Japan.
Beyond their mechanical features, the Arisaka Type 38 “School Mark” training rifles embody the discipline, structure, and educational ethos of Japan’s early 20th-century military culture. These rifles served not on the front lines, but in classrooms and drill fields, preparing generations of cadets and students in the art of marksmanship and military procedure. Their markings and provenance often trace back to regional schools or youth organizations, making them compelling artifacts that blend military design with historical pedagogy. Today, they stand as tangible reminders of the period’s emphasis on preparedness and national service — a fusion of functional engineering and cultural legacy that highlights Japan’s meticulous approach to both arms production and instruction.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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