pistol, automatic

Japanese Nambu 1904 model semi-automatic pistol WW2

Pistolu Nambu Taisho 4 Nen

semi-automatic pistol; 8mm calibre; automated grip safety

type: Type 4 or Type A 'Grandpa Nambu'; KO [Koishikawa marking]; 4th year type pistol Model 1915 [1914]; moveable lanyard loop under cocking lever; rear sight has been taped with black electrical tape, may be loose or missing retaining pin

accessories: magazine: chromed magazine with heavy aluminium base

missing: possible part from rear of cocking lever

markings:

serial number on right rear of body below Japanese characters: 6057

two Japanese characters painted on left hand butt plate

on rear base of magazine: 6094

manufacturer: Japan, Koishikawa arsenal, c.1920s