Had to watch this as soon as I saw it pop up. I've got a Type 38 my grandfather brought back from the Philippines in WWII. It even have the bayonet and sheath with frog to go with it. It's not in the best shape, but I cherish it.
There was a Type 38 Arisaka Carbine. My dad had one when I was a kid. The 6.5mm ammo was difficult to find back then, I think he bought Norma soft-points for it. It was really nice, still had the chrysanthemum on it, even. Unfortunately, he sold or traded it many years ago.
Was walking a gun show about 10 years ago. Guy walking around with an unmolested type 38 carbine in really nice condition for a gun that had obviously been through the war. Had the original cleaning rod and dust cover. Said he wanted $200. Took $150. I bought the dies, some loaded ammo, and shoot the gun from to time. Big Fun!
My grandfather, who died, had military service experience and was awarded a medal by shooting with this gun. He used to say that this gun was a highly accurate gun. However, there were some who said that the quality varied and that some guns had low accuracy. I read in the biography that some of the people ordered to train in shooting secretly marked guns with low accuracy.
I remember in history class this arisaka 38 with the 762 ammo was mainly used in ww2 in china they call it the "三八大盖" which roughly means the 38 big cover.
Love the channel and content. Thanks for all your hard work, Mae. We all appreciate the consistency and quality. Hope these minute videos get a million views for you. God bless.
Just picked up a really early one, Koishikawa arsenal with a serial number of 521,17X. These things are beautiful, the finish and action are so much nicer than the later Type 99s.
My late grandfather was a veteran of the Indonesian war of independence, this rifle was his first rifle. The funny thing is he didn't know what the name of this rifle was (Arisaka), he just called it "karaben Jepang" (Japanese carbine)
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@@joeyfreeman5052 the gas holes did their job by redirecting the gas from the shooters face. In this case it seems to have been a while since the gun was fired and in the first shot the gas from the bullet push all that gunk out through the two gas holes. Or the first bullet was overcharged but I’m not sure.
@@warmachine_1396 Maybe but I'm not the one that shooting it. I have my own type 38 but it has a bad spring and I just got it replaced. I haven't shot it yet due to the pandemic and ammo prices increasing. I don't reload but I hope to get into it after this pandemic clears.
Another excellent design feature that works on this fine rifle Open the chamber to accept 6.5/57 and it turns into a performer... Ow wait That would be bubba at work 🧐🥺
Ive got a type 38 with no bottom metal or stock in my basement. nice bore and intact mum, covered in grease. it needs the mark novak preservation done, and aforementioned parts.
My only complaint is the three I've seen were rough on the brass. No idea if it was the samples or differences in the specs on the ammo. Great guns tho.
Thats a extrem good Rifle :) , the difference to other weapons is only the caliber. the 6.5x54mm ammunition has a lot of power in my eyes. I also like the look of the weapon. The version type 97 as a sniper rifle very successful only the rifle scope is very getting used to.
I have an Arisaka type 99 complete with the Emperor's Seal... that someone bubba'd into 300 savage, changed out the stock, and heavily modified the barrel :'(
I absolutely love the channel and the awesome videos, you might feel the same way nothing better then a good bolt action rifle, keep up the great content 👍
Mae i totally understand about long combersom weapons.im not exactly tall myself and also being in a wheelchair and some times unbalanced,handling a long weapon like that can be a little daunting
So is it Arisaka pronounced with a り or a れ? I only took Japanese 101 but there's a pretty big difference between the two. The romanization would indicate it's り but I hardly ever hear it pronounced that way.
So, I guess Type 99 and Type 38 _carbine_ are almost ideal bolt actions for WWII then? Plus a bit of simplification features Ian liked in M38 Carcano and maybe a 10 round magazine since it uses 6.5x55 anyway.
it's possible, but the noise that the dust cover makes isn't a valid reason because all matching dust covers were hand fitted to each rifle, meaning that with the right rifle and cover there won't be noise
Did anyone else notice the gas safety bleed off hole at the chamber spout on the first shot? I wonder if it was bad brass?? Maybe an overcharged round?
very unlikely to have been an overcharged round, most likely to have been too low of pressure to have sealed the brass against the chamber. I don't believe it would have been a pierced primer as that typically go thru the bolt.
Where did this gun reach the Americans? If it had the chrysanthemum crest, the Japanese soldiers who had this gun to the end probably went to Yasukuni Shrine (a place like Arlington National Cemetery in the United States)
This weapon was used to impose tyranny on the people of East Asia. Later fuelled civil conflicts in many of those countries. Used in Korean War, Chinese Second Civil War. It was nicknamed 38 big dust cover by combatants.
Best rifle ever I won my first 600 yard vintage match with one of these
Nice!
@@warrenokuma7264 Nice!
Very cool!
I’m not sure about ever. But it’s certainly a decent rifle. 👌
How's the iron sights? Do you think the size and shape helped with the marksman score?
The type 38 is chronically under appreciated.
Honestly!
Very much so. It's also not an Arisaka technically as it was designed by a completely different person.
arisakas are so under appreciated, one of the best bolt rifles ever made.
You haven't let us down yet, please continue this series.
Had to watch this as soon as I saw it pop up. I've got a Type 38 my grandfather brought back from the Philippines in WWII. It even have the bayonet and sheath with frog to go with it. It's not in the best shape, but I cherish it.
God bless your grandfather! My family's Filipino.
@@tlshortyshorty5810 das nice
I'm Filipino and now that rifles have been legalized again, I hope I can find one of these beauties somewhere.
I'm Filipino and my granduncle have that bolt action rifle too❤❤
@@tlshortyshorty5810Same here!!
February 11th.
Japan is National Foundation Day.
Thank you for the wonderful video.
Missed my chance at an Arisaka 38 with 90% finish and a deep, crisp mum.
Still kicking myself.
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You know what? They are only going to get more expensive. If you want one, the time is now.
There was a Type 38 Arisaka Carbine. My dad had one when I was a kid. The 6.5mm ammo was difficult to find back then, I think he bought Norma soft-points for it. It was really nice, still had the chrysanthemum on it, even. Unfortunately, he sold or traded it many years ago.
Oddly the ammo may be easy by comparison now.🤔
Was walking a gun show about 10 years ago. Guy walking around with an unmolested type 38 carbine in really nice condition for a gun that had obviously been through the war. Had the original cleaning rod and dust cover. Said he wanted $200. Took $150. I bought the dies, some loaded ammo, and shoot the gun from to time. Big Fun!
My grandfather, who died, had military service experience and was awarded a medal by shooting with this gun. He used to say that this gun was a highly accurate gun.
However, there were some who said that the quality varied and that some guns had low accuracy.
I read in the biography that some of the people ordered to train in shooting secretly marked guns with low accuracy.
I remember in history class this arisaka 38 with the 762 ammo was mainly used in ww2 in china they call it the "三八大盖" which roughly means the 38 big cover.
We love you Mae!
excellent presentation as always. love your calm voice tone!
And this example still bears the Imperial Chrysanthemum. It is just forward of the bolt opening. Most rifles saw the mark ground off after the war.
Idk why she is so charismatic by just firing a gun and talking about it
Love the channel and content. Thanks for all your hard work, Mae. We all appreciate the consistency and quality. Hope these minute videos get a million views for you. God bless.
I love how C&Rsenal covers weapons from so many oft forgotten parts of the Great War.
I sometimes worry about how happy Mae is firing those guns...but most of the time I just smile along with her and enjoy the moment. :)
I can watch Mae all the day and never get tired ❤❤
Isnt she just the lady that your mom wishes you marry?
Something about these bolt action rifles make me feel so relaxed when I hear them shooting
Just picked up a really early one, Koishikawa arsenal with a serial number of 521,17X. These things are beautiful, the finish and action are so much nicer than the later Type 99s.
Thanks Mae, short and sweet.
Excellent, always delivered so well, cheers
My late grandfather was a veteran of the Indonesian war of independence, this rifle was his first rifle. The funny thing is he didn't know what the name of this rifle was (Arisaka), he just called it "karaben Jepang" (Japanese carbine)
Love the minute of Mae series
I had a neat customized Arisaka rechambered for 300 Savage. Beautiful lightweight rifle that kicked like a mule.
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One of my 5 favorite guns to shoot. I LOVE my long 38.
The arisaka series of rifles are some of, if not the best bolt action military guns ever made. I love them
Can't complain. Very nice short vid😊👍
38式歩兵銃❗日本の銃を紹介してくれて、ありがとう👍
Another minute well spent.
I really Like these. Thank you guys.(That is the minutes of Mae)
Recoil of Type 38 rifle is soft, so it is easy to handle for small Japanese soidiers and women.
That soundtrack rocks.
Did you all see the gas leave the gas holes on the first shot that was amazing.
Uhhhh I’m not sure it’s supposed to do that
@@joeyfreeman5052 the gas holes did their job by redirecting the gas from the shooters face. In this case it seems to have been a while since the gun was fired and in the first shot the gas from the bullet push all that gunk out through the two gas holes. Or the first bullet was overcharged but I’m not sure.
@@feeldafood2953 pierced primer?
@@warmachine_1396 Maybe but I'm not the one that shooting it. I have my own type 38 but it has a bad spring and I just got it replaced. I haven't shot it yet due to the pandemic and ammo prices increasing. I don't reload but I hope to get into it after this pandemic clears.
Another excellent design feature that works on this fine rifle
Open the chamber to accept 6.5/57 and it turns into a performer...
Ow wait
That would be bubba at work 🧐🥺
Ive got a type 38 with no bottom metal or stock in my basement. nice bore and intact mum, covered in grease. it needs the mark novak preservation done, and aforementioned parts.
I was told I have the best permanent shit eating grin over the smallest things, but you madam have taken that trophy away from me!
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Im a simple man. I see Japanese rifle and I hit like.
this! this right here!
I see you're a man of culture as well.
Looking cool Mae
My only complaint is the three I've seen were rough on the brass. No idea if it was the samples or differences in the specs on the ammo. Great guns tho.
It's probably the samples
My type I rifle isn't rough on the brass
Thats a extrem good Rifle :) , the difference to other weapons is only the caliber. the 6.5x54mm ammunition has a lot of power in my eyes. I also like the look of the weapon. The version type 97 as a sniper rifle very successful only the rifle scope is very getting used to.
I have an Arisaka type 99 complete with the Emperor's Seal... that someone bubba'd into 300 savage, changed out the stock, and heavily modified the barrel :'(
Saw some venting from the gas ports, case failure? I have two unground ones, one carbine and one full battle rifle.
Ah ha! I saw that too on the first round! I'd be interested to know if it was a case failure as well.
Pierced primer.
@@Gunsbeerfreedom87 +1 to the design of throwing the gases out of the top then....
I absolutely love the channel and the awesome videos, you might feel the same way nothing better then a good bolt action rifle, keep up the great content 👍
Why do you suppose Mae always has to lower the rifle to work the bolt? Often has to look at it too.
That drain hole idea is pretty clever. Japan would be fighting in islands and jungle soon, after all.
Very nice! Thank you very much. Those are excellent rifles.
there is a Thai Rifle name Siamese mauser type 66. It's almost look like Arisaka type 38
The best weapon channel with no bulshit.. excellent work
excellent show, both the short and long form
Apparently it locks open too?
Love what u guys do!
Yes it does. Beautiful smooth action gun. Wish I knew about them when they were cheaper and less collectable.
nice seeing gas escape from the bolt head. is it not sealed? Never seen that before on a bolt action unless the case explodes. seen at 0:45 or about.
There is a carbine variant, actually. It was for auxiliary troops.
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Mae i totally understand about long combersom weapons.im not exactly tall myself and also being in a wheelchair and some times unbalanced,handling a long weapon like that can be a little daunting
Love my type 38. Is it my imagination or did I see gas vent on 2 of the shots taken?
I have an old 257 Ackley built on this action. Great rifle.
So is it Arisaka pronounced with a り or a れ? I only took Japanese 101 but there's a pretty big difference between the two. The romanization would indicate it's り but I hardly ever hear it pronounced that way.
@Scumfuck McDoucheface i see, thanks.
More often than even native speakers realize people fail to form R so it might sound like AySakah
but def not れ
@@すどにむ i figured as much, thanks.
So, I guess Type 99 and Type 38 _carbine_ are almost ideal bolt actions for WWII then? Plus a bit of simplification features Ian liked in M38 Carcano and maybe a 10 round magazine since it uses 6.5x55 anyway.
You know what? When I show this to my grandpa he shouts horrifyingly and tells all of us to shut all windows and doors.
Happiness is a warm gun! 😂
And lots of ammo.
This machine kills commies
I read that soldiers often removed the dust cover in the field.
it's possible, but the noise that the dust cover makes isn't a valid reason because all matching dust covers were hand fitted to each rifle, meaning that with the right rifle and cover there won't be noise
Mae still seeking the perfect rifle
Lovely weapons demonstrator.
素晴らしい😃
YAMATODAMASI！
ਆਈਸਾਕਾ ਦੇਖਣ ਨੂੰ ਵੀ ਸ਼ਾਨਦਾਰ ਲੱਗੀ ਇਹ ਰਾਈਫਲ ਬੋਲਟ ਵੀ ਵਧੀਆ ਜੀ
Big fan of Mae !
Wow, that looks loooong!
Notice the gas venting up out of the rifle on the first shot? Was it coming out of the vent holes or somewhere else? Punctured primer perhaps?
Is this the main rifle used by Japanese Army in WWII?
one of them, the other was the Type 99
Great video
Is it me or did a lot of gas come out at 0:19
Did Nambu make ALL the good Japanese guns?
thanks for the video.
Yay!
Nice reloading action 🤗
Praise be the algorithm
Did anyone else notice the gas safety bleed off hole at the chamber spout on the first shot? I wonder if it was bad brass?? Maybe an overcharged round?
very unlikely to have been an overcharged round, most likely to have been too low of pressure to have sealed the brass against the chamber. I don't believe it would have been a pierced primer as that typically go thru the bolt.
Where did this gun reach the Americans? If it had the chrysanthemum crest, the Japanese soldiers who had this gun to the end probably went to Yasukuni Shrine (a place like Arlington National Cemetery in the United States)
It still has the full mum, so there’s a very good chance it was a battlefield pickup.
Also could’ve come out of a warehouse.
Please try the Chiang Kai-shek rifle.
Shorter? Try the type 38 carbine for artillerist and engineer and enjoy!
Have one of these. Cool gun, hard and expensive to shoot. Length of pull is way too short. I love the history, it's a great collectable.
Almost missed this one, very nice rifle
This weapon was used to impose tyranny on the people of East Asia. Later fuelled civil conflicts in many of those countries. Used in Korean War, Chinese Second Civil War. It was nicknamed 38 big dust cover by combatants.
I'll take Type-38 if they are chambered in 6.5x55 Swedish or even better, 7x57 Spanish Mauser.
Why do these cheap metal spoons keep bending in the icecream container.
easy solution: a comically large spoon
I can understand why the japanese used this rifle for so long and why they waited until 44 to introduce a smg to the army.
I want one!
I want mae
良い状態で素晴らしいです。日本兵のライフルの自動火器化は第一次大戦後から研究されましたが、どれも複雑であり命中制度に難がありました。どの国の軍隊でも同じですが、基本は敵との積極的な戦闘は避けて砲兵支援の要請をします。
A beautiful gun with a beautiful woman
Bro what
I don't think Johnny Silverhand is too keen on it though
Johnny Silverhand would have noped out of it the moment he heard "Arisaka."
I need to find out which Arisaka my mother inherited from her father.
And if it’s worth repairing. I know the chamber is cracked.
That is remarkable. I don't know as I have heard of one cracking the chamber before.
Favorite bolt action antique
三八式歩兵銃！
I know it's not from The Great War, but please have May shoot a Lahti L-39.
I'd smile like that too if I shot that
A good friend of mine has one similar
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I don't have a type 38. 😞
三八式は日本人の体格に合わせ小口径なのに、殺傷力、有効射程が余り変わらず。しかも、長銃身のおかげで精度もいいという、実は名銃。まぁ、その長銃身のせいでジャングルでは邪魔だったようですが…