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Smokey · Joined: Sep 07 2006 Posts: 60

Were these Type 99's with the chamber cut for the 30-06 cartridge? How well did they shoot with standard ball ammo?

gwsiii · Joined: Aug 21 2003 Posts: 2240 Location: Hayden, AL

Yes, they were standard 99s rechambered for .30-06. I think the bore was a little oversized in comparison to bullet diameter, so I don't know how accurate they were. I haven't shot mine so I can't tell you for sure. Maybe someone else can chime in. Trey

There is an excellent reference with details from the official US Military Handbook Rifle, U. S., Type 99, Japanese Cal. .30, I haven't had a chance to read it yet, my Dad is reading it and my BANZAI (apparently at the same time). Trey
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Jareth · Joined: Sep 21 2003 Posts: 65 Location: Queens, New York

Trey your suposed to mention Doss's new book & highly recomend it!

gwsiii · Joined: Aug 21 2003 Posts: 2240 Location: Hayden, AL

Jareth, hit 'refresh' isn't cyberspace grand? Trey
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Smokey · Joined: Sep 07 2006 Posts: 60

Just a guess, the M2 Ball bullet might expand like a minie bullet since the base of the jacket is open, exposing the softer lead core. I'm wondering if they might have shot pretty well.

gwsiii · Joined: Aug 21 2003 Posts: 2240 Location: Hayden, AL

There is an account of US vs. Korean troops armed with the converted rifles, commander indicated that the koreans held their own until outflanked, so accuracy must have been good. Trey
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ronin48 · Posted: Mon Feb 12, 2007 10:01 am Post subject:

Book, 100+ pages, includes history, etc, photos of modified parts vs. 'regular' parts, blueprints of modified rifle and equipment for the modifications, "secret" (in 1951) documents on modifing the bayonets, 40+ page Tech Manual for the rifle, and Standard Nomenclature List.

About all that is known on this rifle $25 post paid.

gwsiii · Joined: Aug 21 2003 Posts: 2240 Location: Hayden, AL

ordering information for book US CAL 30 Japanese Rifle book HERE
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DEFUC · Joined: Aug 17 2004 Posts: 200 Location: UP of michigan

Im expecting that it would stabalise for accuracy out to 100yds at least,havent had a chance to shoot any to see for sure,might be a fella could simply load a 30-06 case with a .311 bullet if'n he wished,wouldnt be any more than neck sizing it out. But if'n you try it an blow up yer pretty toy,dont go blamin me.

03man · Joined: Jul 30 2005 Posts: 131 Location: Denver, NC

Dave,
If you want to bring some .30-06 loaded with .308 and some with .311 projectiles to the shootout, I'm bringing a rechambered 99 for test firing and comparison.

I expect at 100 yds or less, there will be little difference!
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DEFUC · Joined: Aug 17 2004 Posts: 200 Location: UP of michigan

I doubt I find time to run any off...Im backed up as it is.I think I have some 30-06 in the bins tho,if so I will drag that along ,just in case...Ive gotta knuckle down, finish up my current projects,pay off a few debts, and make arrangements for the time off in May,all of a suddent it seems too close for comfort (just over 90 days,98ish till the shootout?).

gwsiii · Joined: Aug 21 2003 Posts: 2240 Location: Hayden, AL

I'll bring my rifle too. Maybe a 'shootin competition' is in order involving 7.7 to .30-06 conversions for the guys that can see. Trey
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arisakadogs · Joined: Oct 05 2003 Posts: 191

What's the closest place to fly into for the shoot?
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gwsiii · Joined: Aug 21 2003 Posts: 2240 Location: Hayden, AL

Birmingham AL, and Chattanooga TN I think.
You can fly in to either one, and someone can pick you up.

You can fly in to Birmingham (about 1 1/2 hrs from the shootout) and ride up with me, I'm going up Thursday. I think the Abramson's and Dave Fooce are coming in early and staying at my place for a day or two or so, we'll probably go visit Doss one of those days, then head to the shoot on Thursday. I've got two sleeper sofas and one extra bed, another extra bed if I relocate my little monster. You're welcome to come in early and play with us. Trey
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arisakadogs · Joined: Oct 05 2003 Posts: 191

Thanks Trey,
I really think I'd like to make it this year. Be great to meet everyone & to see the great Blevins collection!
Thank you for your gracious offer!
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