Japanese Type 30

The Japanese Arisaka Type 35 rifle, weighing 9.3 lbs and measuring 50.1 inches, is a significant evolutionary step between the Type 30 and Type 38 models. It features a 5-round capacity using 6.5x50mm stripper clips and incorporates a unique, though sometimes problematic, sliding dust cover. The rifle offers a smooth action, a semi-pistol grip, and an Austrian-style quadrant rear sight.

This video focuses on the Arisaka Type 99 rifle, a bolt-action firearm used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. The description details its development, stemming from the need for a new rifle cartridge to replace the Type 38's 6.5×50mm round, aligning with the superior 7.7mm cartridge of the Type 92 heavy machine gun. The Type 99 was based on the Type 38 but chambered in 7.7mm and was produced across nine arsenals, including locations in Japan, Manchukuo, and Korea.

This video review focuses on the Japanese Type 38 rifle, highlighting its Mauser action and declaring it one of the best Mauser actions ever produced. The content emphasizes the historical and engineering aspects of this firearm.

This prototype 7.7mm Arisaka Type 99 Carbine represents an early attempt by Japan to develop a more powerful service rifle. Despite innovative recoil reduction features like a muzzle brake and spring-loaded buttplate, trials in 1938 found it unpleasant due to excessive muzzle blast and recoil. This led to the abandonment of the carbine concept in favor of the 'short rifle' design.

This review examines the Type 99 'Last Ditch' Arisaka, highlighting its simplified, crude manufacturing due to wartime resource constraints. Despite its rough finish and basic construction, the rifle demonstrates surprising accuracy and functionality, even when subjected to rapid firing drills. The discussion also covers practical aspects like field stripping and handloading scarce ammunition.

This "From the Vault" episode features Brownells Gun Techs Steve and Keith showcasing the Japanese Arisaka Type 38 Cavalry Carbine from World War II. They highlight its shorter and lighter design compared to infantry rifles, its original intended use for cavalry and rear-echelon troops, and its suitability as a potential "jungle carbine." The discussion delves into its chambering in 6.5x50mm Arisaka, its gentle recoil, and its straightforward action, which is similar to the Type 99. Specific features like the Mauser-style bolt, claw extractor, 5-round internal magazine, reinforcement tangs, side sling swivels, and barrel length are detailed. The episode also touches on the significance of the chrysanthemum stamp on the receiver and its impact on a rifle's value, emphasizing this particular carbine's excellent condition and historical significance.

This video demonstrates loading the rare Howell Automatic Rifle, a semi-automatic conversion of the SMLE. It showcases the efficient use of four 5-round stripper clips to fill the 20-round detachable box magazine with .303 British ammunition. The process highlights the mechanical operation of chambering a round after magazine insertion.

This review showcases the Springfield 1903 Air Service Rifle, highlighting its unique 25-round extended magazine and loading procedure using stripper clips. The demonstration includes live fire from a standing position, emphasizing the bolt-action operation and recoil management of the .30-06 cartridge. Visual analysis in slow motion captures muzzle blast and barrel harmonics, concluding with target results at 70 yards.

This ASMR video showcases the unique Lancaster 4-barrel pistol, demonstrating its loading, action closure, and firing mechanisms. The presenter highlights the .455 Webley caliber and a 4-round capacity, emphasizing smooth mechanical operation and proper muzzle discipline. The content is geared towards experienced firearm enthusiasts due to its historical nature and focus on technical details.

This video provides a detailed live-fire demonstration of the WWI-era Lewis Gun. It showcases the unique process of loading the 47-round pan magazine and mounting it onto the firearm. The footage includes full-auto fire, slow-motion analysis of the cycling action, and target results at 50 yards, highlighting the weapon's effectiveness and handling characteristics.