| Accession Number | REL/10888 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Place made | Japan |
| Date made | 1939 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Nambu Type 14 Pistol
Description
Nambu Type 14 semi automatic pistol. Solit frame and a knurled round cocking piece. Receiver marked on the right side with the Nagoya arsenal stamp, the serial number and 14.10 indicating October 1939. The left side has four Japanese characters, Juyonen Shiki or Type 14. The grips are wood with horizontal ribs the trigger guard is the enlarged type for gloved hand. The pistol will not cock and it is possible that the trigger sear is broken. It is complete with a nickel plated magazine that has an alluminium base.
History / Summary
Unknown.