Videos tagged with Type 2 Paratrooper

This video showcases an exceptionally large and high-quality gun show haul from Legacy Collectibles, featuring rare and mint-condition firearms. Chris Joiner, CEO of Legacy Collectibles, details a collection spanning from early semi-automatic pistols like the Borchardt C93 to rare military rifles and high-grade handguns. The haul includes items like an Ithaca Model 37 Trench shotgun valued at $20,000-$30,000, a factory cutaway Colt Single Action Army, and a Tariq pistol gifted by Saddam Hussein, highlighting significant investment potential in collectible firearms.

This video from the Brownells Gun Tech™ vault features Keith Ford showcasing his rare Japanese Arisaka Type 2 Paratrooper rifle. He explains that this takedown variant of the Type 99 infantry rifle was developed to address the logistical issues encountered during the 1942 Sumatra airborne assault, where paratroopers were separated from their bulky rifles. The Type 2 utilizes a captured screw/wedge system for its takedown mechanism. Approximately 20,000 were manufactured, but most never saw service due to a lack of further large airborne operations. The rifle, though not aesthetically refined, is described as a robust and functional design. Due to its rarity and historical significance, the Arisaka Type 2 has become a valuable collector's item, with Keith's example being in excellent condition, though its Imperial chrysanthemum stamp has been defaced to signify removal from service.

This video features a detailed look at a WW2 Japanese Paratrooper Rifle, specifically the Type 2 model. The description highlights the rifle's excellent condition, noting the presence of a fully intact Imperial Japanese chrysanthemum marking (mum), which is a significant detail for collectors and enthusiasts. The content likely focuses on the historical significance, design, and condition of this rare military firearm.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Japanese Type 2 paratrooper rifle, a modified Type 99 infantry rifle designed to break into two pieces for transport. Host Ian is joined by author Duncan McCullum, who details the rifle's development, limited production numbers, and unique features like its disassembly mechanism and anti-aircraft sights. The video includes a practical demonstration of how to field strip and reassemble the rifle, highlighting its simplicity and the functionality of its dust cover and bolt.