Type 99 Arisaka with Nambu LMG Bipod

Published on October 6, 2014
Duration: 4:46

This guide details the process of adapting a Nambu LMG bipod to a Type 99 Arisaka rifle, a complex modification requiring significant gunsmithing. The steps involve removing the original monopod, modifying the stock and barrel, and mounting the Nambu bipod. Expert Ian McCollum highlights the unique nature of this conversion, noting the historical context and the creator's intent to simulate a Japanese experimental firearm.

Quick Summary

The Type 99 Arisaka with a Nambu LMG bipod is a custom modification, not a historical Japanese military experiment. Created by collectors, it features specific markings like 'Bipod Mount' and 'Test 22', and involves significant gunsmithing to adapt the Nambu bipod, including stock modification and removal of the original Arisaka bayonet lug.

Chapters

  1. 00:19Introduction to Modified Type 99 Arisaka
  2. 00:54Origin of the Unusual Modification
  3. 01:38Appeal vs. Authenticity
  4. 01:57Detailed Examination of Markings
  5. 02:22Rifle Modifications for Bipod
  6. 02:41Nambu Bipod Mechanics on Arisaka
  7. 03:25Historical Context and Flaws of Experiment
  8. 04:20Concluding Caution for Collectors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Type 99 Arisaka with Nambu LMG bipod modification?

This is a custom modification where a Nambu LMG bipod is adapted to a Type 99 Arisaka rifle. The process involves significant gunsmithing, including grinding off the original monopod block and modifying the stock and barrel to accept the bipod, creating a unique shooting platform.

How was the Nambu LMG bipod adapted to the Type 99 Arisaka?

The adaptation involved grinding off the original monopod block on the Type 99 Arisaka's front band, cutting down the front stock, and adding a sleeve around the barrel. The Nambu bipod's original gas port opening was utilized in the process, and its bayonet lug was retained.

What are the markings on the modified Type 99 Arisaka?

Markings include Japanese characters on the buttstock translating to 'Bipod Mount' and 'Test', and on the dust cover to 'Test 22'. The rifle is identified as a first series Nagoya production, with serial numbers on the bipod mount and bayonet lug enhancing the illusion of authenticity.

Is the Type 99 Arisaka with Nambu bipod a historical Japanese military experiment?

No, this specific rifle is not a genuine Japanese military experiment. It was created by an advanced Japanese collector for another as a practical joke, designed to convincingly simulate a period experimental firearm.

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