Japan M66
The Japanese M1 Clone known as the M66 has been in service for many years with the JSDF after replacing the US M1. These were slowly superseded with Composite from the mid/late 1980s and then only seen with non-combat reserve forces and training units. Little is known about these as they were exceedingly difficult to source by collectors due to the strict laws in Japan regarding the selling of military equipment.
This example comes with a "Type 1, Fang", 4 colour camouflage cover manufactured in 3 sections dating from the early 70's, a net and rubber retention band is present also.
The shell has a Kobe Steel Manufacturers stamp and "Showa 30" (1955) date. The liner is void of any markings. The inside of the shell has numerous Japanese inscriptions.
There are different variations of JSDF M66s, including an Airborne version and through the years different chinstraps, bales and liners were introduced.
This example comes with a "Type 1, Fang", 4 colour camouflage cover manufactured in 3 sections dating from the early 70's, a net and rubber retention band is present also.
The shell has a Kobe Steel Manufacturers stamp and "Showa 30" (1955) date. The liner is void of any markings. The inside of the shell has numerous Japanese inscriptions.
There are different variations of JSDF M66s, including an Airborne version and through the years different chinstraps, bales and liners were introduced.
