Japanese training rifle

Type 38 Arisaka training rifle configured as a smoothbore blank-firing training gun. This example has a star stamp on the top of the receiver and mechanically functions. As a training rifle, it was intended for blank-fire drill and instructional use rather than standard live-fire service. The smooth bore is an important distinguishing feature and should be clearly noted for buyers and collectors.
Included with the rifle is a rare non-sharpened training bayonet with scabbard, making this a more complete and interesting Japanese military training set. Type 38 training rifles are collectible in their own right due to their specialized purpose, varied markings, and connection to Japanese military instruction. With its receiver star stamp, functioning mechanism, smoothbore training configuration, and included non-sharpened bayonet, this example has strong appeal for collectors of Japanese militaria and Arisaka variants.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Japanese production
Country of origin: Japan
Model: Type 38 Arisaka Training Rifle
Action: Bolt-action training rifle
Bore: Smooth bore
Configuration: Blank-firing training gun
Markings: Star stamp on top of receiver
Mechanical condition: Mechanically functions
Included: Rare non-sharpened training bayonet with scabbard