Is arisaka a Mauser?Īrisaka, took inspiration from the Mauser, but did not outright copy it, and arguably made a better rifle by simplifying the design and making it safer. Last Name in Japanese Kanji(Hiragana) : 有坂(ありさか) Meaning : 有 meaning possess, have, exist, happen, occur, approx./ 坂 meaning slope, incline, hill. The serial number is found on the left side of the receiver on most standard rifles.
The Model/Type markings are generally found on the top of the receiver, forward (towards to muzzle) of the chamber and generally indicate original caliber unless modified by another country at a later date.
