Japanese contract 98K

[Johnnie]

I was wondering if any of the members here have one of the 98k's made for the Japanese government, and if so would you be able to post some picks.
I only recently read about these, and imagine they must be pretty rare with a premium price. Any info appreciated,
Regards,
Johnnie

[david w]

According to an in depth study done by Richard Law, prior to his death, there is no way to identify contract Mausers produced for the Japanese.I have in my hands a copy of his work.
David

[Bill Grist]

Japanese 98k

I agree that there no way of identifying a Japanese 98k (What a shame).. .. Unlike the Portuguese,Chinese or Swedish..Or even the Ethiopan Standard Model..wfg

[Johnnie]

Thanks for the feedback guys. Yes it is a shame that there is not even a serial number range to check. Undoubtedly, most of these ended up being used in China, were then used by Chi-Com forces in the Korean War, and at least some brought back by returning G.I.'s.
Truely a fantasy gun,
Johnnie

I agree that there no way of identifying a Japanese 98k (What a shame).. .. Unlike the Portuguese,Chinese or Swedish..Or even the Ethiopan Standard Model..wfg