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Classic Guns: Japanese Type 99 Arisaka Rifle

The Japanese Type 99 Arisaka earned a negative reputation during WWII, though much of the negative opinion surrounding the rifle is undeserved.

Classic Guns: Imperial Japan’s M1 Garand

John C. Garand’s combat masterpiece M1 Garand semi-automatic rifle was so effective in the Pacific theater, the Japanese attempted to make their own version.

The Japanese Type 99 Rifle

Destined to bring out the best or the worst in a Soldier, combat also forged reputations for the battle rifles they used. Some were deserved, some were not.

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