Kokura Arsenal · Pistol

Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14

Standard Japanese Army sidearm of WWII. Designed by Kijiro Nambu, the Type 14 replaced the earlier Type A Nambu in official service. Features a distinctive cocking knob and exposed barrel. Notorious for a weak firing pin and the safety lever that was difficult to operate with gloves.

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Type
Pistol
Action
Semi-Automatic
Caliber
8mm Nambu
Capacity
8
Introduced
1925
Origin
Japan
Status
Discontinued
Platform
Nambu

Chamberings

Specifications

Weight (unloaded)
31 oz
Overall length
9"
Barrel options
4.7 inch
Era
WWII
Military use
Yes
Intended use
Military Service, Collecting, Historical Study

Documents

No manual on file yet.

FAQs

How much does the Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14 weigh?
The Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14 weighs 31 oz (1.9 lb) unloaded.
What caliber is the Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14?
The Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14 is chambered in 8mm Nambu.
When was the Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14 introduced?
The Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14 was introduced in 1925 in Japan and is discontinued.
What is the capacity of the Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14?
The Kokura Arsenal Nambu Type 14 has a capacity of 8.

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