| Place | Oceania: Pacific Islands |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/01172.001 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Maker |
Nagoya Army Ordnance Factory |
| Place made | Japan |
| Date made | 1928 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Nambu Type 14 Pistol
Description
Nambu Type 14 semi automatic pistol. Machined blued steel frame and top slide with a three ring knurled cocking knob at the rear and a safety lever on the left side. The frame is stamped on the left side with four Japanese characters designating 14 Year Type and on the right the symbol of the Nagoya Arsenal, the serial number and 3.10 (October 1928). The grips are serrated wood and there is a fixed lanyard loop at the rear of the action. It is complete with a nickel plated magazine that has an alloy end cap.
History / Summary
Unknown.