The Type 18 Murata, Japan's second domestic military rifle, was produced in 1885 (Meiji 18th year) with tooling assistance from Winchester. It features a unique cock-on-opening bolt action powered by a V-spring, a departure from common coil springs. Chambered in 11x60mm rimmed Murata, it fired a heavy projectile at 1500 fps, typical for mid-1880s black powder military cartridges. Markings, including a defaced Imperial Chrysanthemum, indicate its service history and eventual removal from official Imperial use.
This video provides an expert-level overview of the Japanese Type I Carcano, a unique hybrid rifle. Ian McCollum details its historical context, Italian Carcano action combined with Japanese Arisaka furniture, caliber, markings, and production details. The review highlights key differences and similarities when compared to the Arisaka Type 38, offering valuable insights for collectors and firearms enthusiasts.
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