Product Overview and Introduction

Acquire an exceptionally complete and scarce Imperial Japanese military edged weapon with an Original WWII Japanese Army Type 30 Arisaka Bayonet, featuring the coveted hooked quillon crossguard, its matching steel scabbard, and an authentic leather uniform frog. Standardized in 1897 to accompany the Arisaka rifle series, the Type 30 bayonet served as the primary close-combat weapon for Japanese infantrymen throughout the expansion into China and across the Pacific Theater.

This museum-grade specimen elevates the classic Type 30 by retaining its early-production hooked lower crossguard—a feature routinely truncated or eliminated later in the war to prevent snagging in jungle vines. Crucially, this offering includes an original period leather belt frog, completing the entire carry rig exactly as worn by frontline soldiers. Bearing crisp imperial arsenal inspection stamps on the ricasso, this setup represents a premier find for advanced collectors.

Historical Significance and Complete Carry Rig Pedigree

As a fully realized infantry accoutrement grouping, this hooked-quillon bayonet and leather frog carry immense historical weight and rigorous ordnance pedigree:

• Scarce Hooked Quillon Crossguard: The iconic curved lower guard designed to trap enemy blades is a hallmark of early-war production, making surviving unaltered examples highly prized.

• Original Leather Frog: Finding an authentic Japanese leather scabbard frog intact with the bayonet is an extraordinary rarity, as leather gear suffered severe degradation in tropical climates and post-war attrition.

• Imperial Arsenal Proofs: Features distinct manufacturing marks from major wartime arsenals (such as Tokyo, Nagoya, or Kokura) on the blade ricasso.

• Robust Combat Architecture: Built with a bird’s-head pommel, spring-loaded push-button latch, riveted wood grip scales, and a full-length fuller (bo-hi).

The Ultimate Centerpiece for Advanced Pacific Theater Collections

When your historical exhibition, museum display, or advanced military collection demands complete carry rigs, verified leather frogs, and scarce early-war features rather than stripped blades, the Complete Arisaka Type 30 Bayonet Rig stands out as an irreplaceable masterwork.

Key Features and Benefits

• Authentic WWII Vintage: Genuine Imperial Japanese Army edged weapon and leather accoutrement set.

• Rare Complete Rig: Includes the early hooked-quillon bayonet, steel scabbard, and original leather belt frog.

• Collector Grade: Retains functional release latch, wood grips, arsenal stampings, and supple historic leather.

• Display Ready: An extraordinary and historically charged focal point to complete any advanced Arisaka rifle or uniform display.

Specifications

• Product Type: Original WWII Military Edged Weapon and Carry Rig

• Model: Type 30 Arisaka Bayonet (Hooked-Quillon Pattern with Leather Frog)

• Era: World War II (c. 1937–1945)

• Blade Material: Forged High-Carbon Steel with Full-Length Fuller (Bo-Hi)

• Grip: Contoured Wood Panels with Riveted Steel Pommel

• Scabbard & Frog: Original Steel Scabbard with Authentic Leather Belt Frog

• Condition: Original Vintage Military Surplus Condition (Well-preserved historic blade and leather showing authentic wartime service patination)