Original WWII Japanese Type 30 Bayonet
$249.99
This WWII Japanese Type 30 Bayonet features a 16-inch unmarked blade and classic Type 30 form. Missing its scabbard.
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Description
This WWII Japanese Type 30 Bayonet is a standard bayonet produced for drill, school use, or cadet instruction during the wartime period. This standard Type 30 bayonet, features a full-length 16-inch blade with simplified construction and an unmarked ricasso, a common characteristic of school-issued equipment. The blade surface displays wear, age spotting, and handling marks consistent with prolonged use in training environments rather than front-line field service.
The wooden grip panels retain their original profile and show age-appropriate patina, while the hooked quillon and guard maintain the classic Type 30 silhouette. Although this example is missing its scabbard, its construction style and physical characteristics align strongly with recognized Japanese training bayonets of the era. These pieces were commonly used in military academies, student drill units, and pre-induction instruction programs leading up to and during WWII.
Collectors of Japanese edged weapons, Arisaka rifles, or wartime militaria will find this appealing for its unique place in the evolution of Japanese bayonet production. Its educational and drill-use purpose distinguishes it from standard combat-issued examples, making it a noteworthy addition to a curated WWII collection.
This WWII Japanese Arisaka Type 30 Bayonet is a notable example of wartime training equipment.
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