Visiting a good friend t'other day and noticed an old rifle leaning in the corner of his shop. Turns out it was something his father brought back from WW2, a Japanese Imperial Type 99 in 7.7 x 58 that was in sad shape after being stored in his mom's attic for 3/4 century. Offered to restore it for him and have had some fun researching these old arms. Turns out it's a Series 10 "Last Ditch" rifle made near the end of the war. Found a data sheet with all the various proof markings and features that define manufacturer and other info. Still has the Imperial chrysanthemum seal on the breach. May have to buy a box of ammo after I'm done to let the old dragon breathe fire again....
