7.7mm Japanese sources

[dbg326]

Well I received confirmation today that the Type 99 Arisaka I picked up not too long ago is indeed still chambered in 7.7mm Japanese. Overall, I'm happy the rifle hasn't been rechambered; however it does bring up the issue of sourcing ammunition (though not as problematic as the 9mm Destroyer Carbine would be from the same shop...).

I do not reload, and simply am unable to get into it at this point. With that being said, what are some of the companies making this oddball round for a halfway reasonable price?

Not looking to shoot a bunch of rounds in a sitting, but I do intend on enjoying it.

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[jinks]

Try https://ammoseek.com/ammo/7.7x58mm

 

[dbg326]

Try https://ammoseek.com/ammo/7.7x58mm

I did come across that, thanks! The going rate seems to be around $30-40/box, depending on manufacturer.

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[jinks]

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[jcj54]

https://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/category/categoryId/239?

 

[dbg326]

https://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/category/categoryId/239?

Hadn't come across that link yet, thanks!

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[bstewrat3]

Graf and Sons is always my first stop for ammo for classic military rifles. They were the only ones with 8x50R Lebel when I first started looking for it 15 years ago.

 

[dbg326]

Edit: was able to pick up one box of 7.7mm at the trading post. Paid way too much, but I'm picking it up and will actually be able to shoot a bit.

Nice little comparison between the 7.7x58 and a .357 Magnum.