The Type 38 Arisaka was the standard Japanese infantry rifle of WWI and the early Pacific War. Named for the 38th year of the Meiji Emperor's reign, it is chambered in 6.5x50mm, a mild-recoiling cartridge that proved underpowered against heavier-built American soldiers. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 6.5x50mm Arisaka Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1905, Japan Weight: 87 oz Overall length: 50.2" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting