32nd Series Toyo Kogyo
Early 32nd series Toyo Kogyo:
Here is an example of an early 32nd series Type 99. Please note the following features:
-Rifle is complete with a dust cover, monopod, long cleaning rod, and AA sights
-Monopod is not proofed in the same location as the previous rifles. Some TK monopods may be proofed in an area not visible without removing the monopod itself from the rear band
-Bolt face and bore are chrome plated
-Front barrel band will not be serialized
Photos provided from the Gene Gibson collection
-Rifle is complete with a dust cover, monopod, long cleaning rod, and AA sights
-Monopod is not proofed in the same location as the previous rifles. Some TK monopods may be proofed in an area not visible without removing the monopod itself from the rear band
-Bolt face and bore are chrome plated
-Front barrel band will not be serialized
Photos provided from the Gene Gibson collection
Serial number locations:
Mid production 32nd series Toyo Kogyo:
By the mid production of the 32nd series, Toyo Kogyo had started to implement some features of transitional Type 99s. This includes:
-Screw in short cleaning rod
-2 screw front barrel band
-Rear barrel band without a monopod attachment point
-Dust covers were not longer installed from the factory
Overall fit and finish is still of a very good quality, and the more ornate style safety is still used. The rear sight also still has AA wings installed and is correct for this rifle.
Photos provided by Gunboards member Bob In OHIO
-Screw in short cleaning rod
-2 screw front barrel band
-Rear barrel band without a monopod attachment point
-Dust covers were not longer installed from the factory
Overall fit and finish is still of a very good quality, and the more ornate style safety is still used. The rear sight also still has AA wings installed and is correct for this rifle.
Photos provided by Gunboards member Bob In OHIO