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Japanese militaria collectors and bayonet enthusiasts have long awaited an updated comprehensive reference on japanese bayonets and here it is in this book the author hopes to enlighten the reader with a comprehensive, educational and pictorial reference of the many variations of the japanese bayonets. It covers everything from the type murata through the arisakas to the type 5 semiauto, so it is the most comprehensive allinone book, though it does not have the level of detail about specific models that the above books do. The definitive work on japanese bayonets 1870 to the present johnson, larry on. This reference is by no means exhaustive, but does cover many of the bayonets encountered on the collectors market today, as well as some rare and unusual specimens. Japanese type 30 bayonets for the arisaka rifle see the bottom of this page for a link to great new book on japanese bayonets. They averaged about 20 inches in overall length and were produced in 18 distinct manufacturing patterns, but most are similar to the following 3 types pictures copied from bayonets from janzens notebook.

The bayonet identification guide features pictures and dimensions of bayonets from around the world. We specialize in price guides and reference books for the antiques and collectibles industry. Our 1853 socket bayonet is to be attached to a rifle. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Wwii rare japanese type 100 paratrooper bayonet jan. Japanese bayonets the definitive work on japanese bayonets 1870 to the present by larry johnson this 152 page hard bound book was printed in 1988 and long out of print. The most common japanese bayonet by far was the type 30, which was used on most of the japanese rifles from 1897 to 1945. Extensively covered are the japanese used enfields, chasseports, muratas, arisakas, and the postworld war ii bayonets. British and commonwealth bayonets introduces a considerable amount of new material and many previously unrecorded bayonets in a well ordered sequence which is equally useful for novices and advanced collectors and students, museum staff and dealers. Legal notice international military antiques, inc observes all federal, state and local laws. I dont collect japanese bayonets but recently i traded an ordinary russian made socket bayonet m189 for a japanese type 30 bayonet with no scabbard which is in a very nice condition. Bayonet identification identify bayonets and related from.

The arisaka type 30 bayonet was used by imperial japan from 1897 through 1945 on all type 38 and type 99 rifles and carbines. This bayonet gave close quarters weapons an extra long reach. Ww2 japanese bayonetknife collection edged weapons u. Jt digital archives the japan times alpha jobs study in. Prices where quoted are those that i have seen for sale and indicate an average price and are only for out of print books and reflects top price for books in almost mint condition. The bayonet retains about 99% of an arsenal type blue finish with a few very light wear marks and is arsenal marked along the back of the grip. You can also enhance your collection by purchasing a japanese wwii dagger or a wwii samurai sword. As employed by the imperial japanese army during wwii. However, many school bayonets will not, because school bayonets were not made to government specifications. Imperial japanese army infantryman, world war two training would be a tough process of hardening of mind, spirit, and body.

Below are examples of arisaka bayonets from my collection. Japan, china and the far east rare bayonets from around the. Bayonets world war i world war ii military reenactment. Russo japanese war kyu gunto army officer sword with leather field covered scabbard. Nov 02, 2016 japanese bayonet history bayonets are derived from the french word baionette which means a knife or sword shape weapon. These are for serious collectors only bayonets wanted to purchase. Extensively covered are the japaneseused enfields, chasseports, muratas, arisakas, and the postworld war ii bayonets and rifles. This book also summarizes the use and development of the various rifles used by japan, from the british enfield musket through the arisaka rifles to the type 64 assault rifle now in use. Many of these books are out of print and command very high prices on the used market. Imo bayonets of japan is probably the best bayonet book out there for the japanese type 30 bayonet. Please check out my bayonets, edged weapons, miscellaneous militaria i. The japanese army and naval landing forces used regular service bayonets for bayonet training. Japanese last ditch bayonet type 30 wcorrect wood scabbard matsushita nat.

A book called bayonets of japan was written by raymond c. It was obtained from a japanese pilot that had crashed at sea deceased. You can find a nice range of inexpensive german bayonets for sale on ebay. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Arisaka rifles of the imperial japanese army warfare. New listing original ww2 type 30 japanese combat bayonetnational denki minty blade. According to ian skennerton, the bayonets were made up in the 1960s using blades salvaged from fnmade uzi submachine gun bayonets known in south africa as the s1 bayonet. The definitive work on japanese bayonets 1870 to the present 9780961978907 by johnson, larry and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. List of japanese military equipment of world war ii. Early type 30 bayonets usually sported a hooked quillion guard which was designed to catch and trap the enemys blade. Everything for sale on is completely legal to own, trade, transport and. Wwii japanese type 30 toyoda loom works arisaka bayonet with wood scabbard. An excellent example of these super rare world war ii issue japanese bayonets.

Wwi wwii edged weapons world war i world war ii military. The definitive work on japanese bayonets 1870 to the present. The type 30 bayonet, sanjunenshiki juken was a bayonet designed for the imperial japanese army to be used with the arisaka type 30 rifle and was later used on the type 38 and type 99 rifles. Look here for daily deals on german world war ii bayonets, swords, daggers, and other edged weapons. These were made for the type 18, 11mm singleshot murata rifle. This page focuses on scarce and unusual miscellaneous militaria items like bayonet frogs, flags, badges, pins, letter openers and reference books for sale or trade that are in above average condition for the advanced collector. According to historian michael haskew, the imperial japanese army fielded two prominent boltaction rifles during world war ii, the arisaka meiji type 38 and type 99. Crudely made blade has mukden arsenal stamp on the ricasso. There are many more excellent books available, covering every conceivable collecting specialty. This is a type 99 japanese rifle which was the standard issue rifle for japanese troops from the early 1900s through ww ii. German militaria and reference books for sale bayonet.

Illustrated with over 350 photographs and line drawings. You can choose from a wide variety of wwii japanese swords for sale on ebay. The definitive work on japanese bayonets, 1870 to the present by larry johnson online at alibris. A new standard amongst bayonet reference books, features include. This example exhibits rather good workmanship for a school bayonet.

I specialize in imperial german bayonets but i am always interested in any rare or unusual bayonet from around the world. The pommel was of metal construction and housed the release push button. A comprehensive reference on japanese bayonets 9780980182606 by raymond c. The new, extended and improved edition of an indispensable reference work. They are pictured as found and by no means are pristine condition bayonets. Extensively covered are the japanese used enfields, chasseports, muratas, arisakas, and the postworld war ii bayonets and rifles.

The design consisted of wooden grips secured via the use of two rivets. Aug 12, 2010 ww2 japanese bayonetknife collection posted in edged weapons. Ultimately, a japanese soldier could always rely on dispatching his enemy with a sword bayonet attached to his arisaka rifle. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The japanese armed forces employed the arisaka bayonet as their standard edge weapon. The japanese bayonet has a fullered blade, contoured wraparound wooden grips with recessed rivets, a flat birdshead pommel and a straight crossguard. A comprehensive reference on japanese bayonets by raymond c. Bayonets of the world was originally published from 1972 to 1976 in four volumes and 35 years later it is still the standard reference work by which all other books on the subject are measured. The included steel scabbard is in similar condition. Captured rifles will have the mum intact and be of more value to collectors. In this book the author hopes to enlighten the reader with a comprehensive, educational and pictorial reference of the many variations of the japanese bayonets. Our japanese arisaka type 30 bayonet personalized version can be sharpened and engraved.

I would like to thank raymond labar and his book bayonets of japan for getting me inspired to learn about the japanese bayonet markings. Check back, as i frequently add new books to my library. Crudely made bayonet for use on school training rifles. The book was a huge commercial success, selling one million hardcover copies and going through twenty printings in its first year. In most cases, condition refers to the overall condition of. It deals with the early bayonets imported by japan, through those used in the sino japanese, russo japanese wars, world war ii, and the postwar period. Known descendants of oliver caulk alias olle matthiasson. The bayonets on this page are part of my collection. Labar and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Bayonet reference books and other printed source material.

Japanese type 30 bayonet by kokura arsenal griffin militaria. All i can add about the rifle is that it is a surrendered rifle with the imperial mum ground off. I would like to thank raymond labar and his book bayonets of japan for getting me inspired to learn about the japanese bayonet markings when youre out there and you find yourself staring at a japanese bayonet, hopefully these markings will help you decide if the bayonet is worth the asking. Japanese blade markings the blades of swords, knives and bayonets are often marked to indicate different type of information. The primary kind of bayonet used on japanese rifles in world war ii was the type 30, introduced in 1897. Bayonet identification identify bayonets and related. Complete soulmates for 58 years david caulk 8192010the famed 27th infantry regiment in korea wolfhounds at the end of world war ii, korea was divided at the 38th parallel into the communist north and the democratic south. Here are my purchasing rules when i come across a japanese bayonet and i dont have my reference books with me. Shocking execution pics show japanese troops using british sikh pows for target practice in ww2 the set of pictures were found among japanese records when british troops entered singapore in 1945. German militaria and reference books for sale bayonet trader. All prices plus delivery if you are not collecting from my shop.

Michigan japanese rifles often get a bad rap, at least when compared to the rifles of the other major combatant powers of. This is a very rare japanese type 18 murata 1885 bayonet with the original scabbard. Featured software all software latest this just in old school emulation msdos games historical software classic pc games software library. The empire of japan forces conducted operations over a variety of.

Wwii japanese army officer shin gunto sword with leather combat scabbard cover. Blade shows heavy signs of grinding under a dark blued finish the additional ricasso mark as the 90th arsenal under national chinese control 1945 to 1948. Our high quality reproduction is a pre1937 style with a quillion. Japanese type 30 bayonets click image to enlarge this page is dedicated solely to the japanese type 30 bayonet. Military antiques museum has no sympathies with any past or present parties or military regimesexcept the united states of america. Current list of collectible bayonets from japan, china and the far east for sale to bayonet collectors. Get the best deal for japanese bayonet from the largest online selection at. Bayonet trader bayonet trader bayonets and other edged. Japanese rifle and bayonet identification and value the. Our bayonet scabbard for arisaka type 30 fits the arisaka type 30 bayonet which was used by imperial japan from 1897 through 1945 on all type 38 and type 99 rifles and carbines. Original ww ii japanese edged weapons for sale ebay. In his book, bayonets of japan, ray labar indicates that this scabbard is a latewar type most often observed on school bayonets.

Raymond has amassed over japanese bayonets and has a huge knowledge base. Collection of world war 2 japanese bayonets that were cut down for use as knives. This excellent book reveals the entire panorama of bayonets used by the japanese from the late 19th century to the present time. Labar, is probably your best source for japanese bayonets. Probably the best book on the history and development of japanese bayonets between a870 and 1988. I have put together a quick reference sheet for japanese bayonet markings for the type 30 bayonet. A world history of edged weapon warfare book 4 kindle edition by sprague, martina. Japanese militaria collectors and bayonet enthusiasts have long awaited an updated comprehensive reference on japanese bayonets and here it is in this book the author hopes to enlighten the reader with a comprehensive, educational and pictorial reference of the many variations of the japanese bayonets made. Buy ww2 bayonets and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. This was done to saveface for the imperial japanese to weapons surrendered. Anthony and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It is a bolt action rifle which holds 5 rounds of ammo. The japanese, german and italian armies all have their separate interpretations of bayonets.

Buy ww2 bayonet and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. This book reveals the entire panorama of bayonets used by the japanese from the late 19th century to the present time. Armscor is the stateowned arms manufacturer in south africa. Designed for 1853 three band enfield long rifle, it includes a brass mounted leather scabbard. See the bottom of this page for a link to great new book on japanese. Very rare type 30 japanese army training bayonet with scabbard. The top smaller knife belonged to my father who served in the us navy at okinawa. Markings on japanese arisaka rifles and bayonets of world. The bayonets of japan are some of the more fun bayonets to collect.

Although its scholarly reputation is often debated, the rise and fall of the third reich remains one of the most influential tomes about world war ii to this day. Jun 26, 2017 world war ii practice bayonets discovered, evoking memories of japans wartime student military training. Get the best deals on japanese bayonet when you shop the largest online selection at. German bayonets from wwii come in a variety of types and styles that you might want to add to your collection of memorabilia from that era of history. Ww ii japanese type 99 rifle with bayonet collectors weekly. The type 30 bayonet is also known as the pattern 1897 bayonet. This scabbard has a simple welded frog loop and integral throat. The book is out of print and is rather tough to find. When youre out there and you find yourself staring at a japanese bayonet, hopefully these markings will help you decide if the bayonet is worth the asking price. The japanese of course have always been known for their swords, fighting staffs and various other martial arts weapons, but they are also known for their collectable bayonets. Visit our shopping site pages and buy from us direct or visit our books for sale pages and buy research materials from one of our affiliates.

These items have been described to the best of my ability. Important new bayonet book is now available in the usa. By 1942 the quillon was eliminated to save materials and decrease production time, leaving only a straight guard. This has the addition of a special dust cover for the bolt assembly so it would not become jammed. These books happen to be what i have accumulated over the years. Jwk0049wpn wwii japanese army officers dress sword our price. After the germans, the japanese are probably some of the most sought after bayonets out there. Wwii imperial military japanese army t30 frog for collections jp002. Ten good books about japan at war all these books are currently available on in the u. The following are the books in my library, the comments on the book are mine and reflect my opinions based on the book itself and discussions with other collectors.

Apr 08, 2020 this page focuses on scarce and unusual miscellaneous militaria items like bayonet frogs, flags, badges, pins, letter openers and reference books for sale or trade that are in above average condition for the advanced collector. The item featured here is the standard issue arisaka bayonet. Bayonets european all styles bayonets german 23 bayonets, etc. The following is a list of japanese military equipment of world war ii which includes artillery, vehicles and vessels, and other support equipment of both the imperial japanese army ija, and imperial japanese navy ijn from operations conducted from 1937 through 1945. Bayonet scabbard for japanese arisaka type 30 wwii repro. Bayonets from selected countries of the world updated march 4, 2008. Some rare, some extremely so, but all are definitely very collectible. If you like collecting wwii military artifacts, a vintage wwii japanese officer sword can add value and enjoyment to your collection. This page is sponsored by in an effort to provide the current and future militaria collector with free information. Unfollow ww2 bayonets to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Japanese bayonets the definitive work on japanese bayonets. Labar and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.

It has a flip up sight in addition to the sight on the end of the. The katana and gunto in medieval and modern japanese warfare knives, swords, and bayonets. Japanese bayonets the definitive work on japanese bayonets 1870 to the present by johnson, larry and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Japanese type 18 murata 1885 bayonet with scabbard.