Original Japanese WWII Kanji Marked Arisaka Type 30 Bayonet by Matsushita National Denki with Steel Scabbard and Leather Frog Antique Percussion Firearms Wooden frame measuring 10" tall

Wooden frame measuring 10" tall by 7" wide

The sweatband is present but deteriorated slightly due to age and use

All of these types were reintroduced in the 1930's due to a shortage in helmets during that period

and a long finger on the left plate operates the feed system

Original Japanese WWII Kanji Marked Arisaka Type 30 Bayonet by Matsushita National Denki with Steel Scabbard and Leather Frog Antique Percussion Firearms Wooden frame measuring 10" tallOriginal Item: Only One Item Available. This is an excellent condition, possibly unissued WWII issue Japanese Model 30 Arisaka rifle bayonet manufactured by Matsushita. This was the 2nd most prolific private contractor for these bayonets. It comes complete with a lovely steel scabbard and a solid leather frog. This bayonet is of the mid war pattern, with a straight contoured cross guard, rivet retained contoured wrap around grips, a flat "bird's head"