Buy 6.5x50mm JAP ARISAKA Ammo for Sale
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RUAG Swiss P Norma Ammo 6.5 Jap 156gr Softpoint 20 Round, 20166202
Brand:
RUAG Ammotec USA
Caliber:
6.5x50mm JAP ARISAKA
Rounds:
20
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Hornady Ammo 6.5X50 Jap 140Gr. SP 20-Pack < HRN80485
Brand:
Hornady
Caliber:
6.5x50mm JAP ARISAKA
Frequently Asked Questions
Buy 6.5x50mm JAP ARISAKA Ammo for Sale
How much is a Japanese Arisaka worth?
Japanese Arisaka rifles typically sell for $200 to $1,500. Type 38 and Type 99 are the most common variants. Early production rifles with intact chrysanthemum markings and original finish bring higher prices. Late-war examples with crude manufacturing sell for less.
Is 6.5 jap the same as 6.5 creedmoor?
No. 6.5 Japanese (6.5x50mm SR) and 6.5 Creedmoor are different cartridges with different dimensions. The Creedmoor has a steeper shoulder angle and shorter case. The two are not interchangeable, and Creedmoor ammunition should never be used in rifles chambered for 6.5 Japanese.
What is a 6.5 jap?
6.5 Jap refers to the 6.5x50mm SR cartridge developed for Japanese military rifles, including the Arisaka Type 38 and Type 30. It offered good accuracy and mild recoil during World War II service. Collectors and hunters still use it in original rifles today.
Was the Arisaka a bad rifle?
No. Arisakas were bolt-action rifles derived from Mauser principles with some innovative features. However, historical assessments are mixed — critics called them second-rate and mediocre, and a 1944 U.S. Army guide considered Japanese soldiers under-equipped. Late-war quality also declined noticeably. Collector interest exists, but the rifles remain historically controversial.
Is the Arisaka rifle collectible?
Yes. Japanese WWII Arisaka rifles, particularly the Type 38 and Type 99, are actively collected. Value depends on condition, manufacturer, and whether parts match. Rifles retaining their chrysanthemum imperial crest intact are especially sought after and command higher prices.
Does a 6.5 kick harder than a 308?
No. A .308 Winchester typically produces more recoil than a 6.5 Creedmoor. A 7-pound .308 rifle firing 165-grain bullets generates roughly 19 foot-pounds of recoil, while the same weight 6.5 Creedmoor with 140-grain bullets produces just under 15 foot-pounds.