What a nice collection.

Here is an ARVN 5th Division patch I have had since the 70's

This is the ARVN Ranger Qualification Badge issued by the South Vietnamese Army.  It was awarded to some U.S. troops and advisors following qualification. I believe this to be a U.S. made version.   

The Vietnam Cross of Gallantry was created on August 15, 1950, and was awarded to military personnel, civilians, and Armed Forces units and organizations in recognition of deeds of valor or heroic conduct while in combat with the enemy  

I picked up a group of medals from a shop in Northwest Missouri not far from Ft Leavenworth, KS.  Among the group was the National Order of Vietnam.  According to Wikipedia it was, "considered the highest honor that could be bestowed upon an individual by the Republic of Vietnam government. The decoration was created in 1950 and was awarded to any person who performed "grandiose works, remarkable deeds, exhibited bravery, or for those who have honored and served the country by lofty virtues and outstanding knowledge."  During the Vietnam War, the National Order of Vietnam was bestowed on several members of the United States military, most of whom were senior military and political advisors to the South Vietnamese government"    

Thanks! That is tremendous help and great information... I've owned and still do own several arasakas, some of which are the usual trainers, I just thought this one was a bit odd since it actually was a capgun... And I had never seen one before... I have a picture of it mentioned in a Japanese rifle collector's book but the bottom portion is obscured with some writing over the top of where it mentions the different arsenals... I'll try to dig that old picture out... Thanks again

Thank you for your correction. Unfortunately, I don't seem to be able to solve your question.   Although this is only a prediction, it is even possible that this gun has never been loaded with a bullet.   This item is stamped with the name of the school from the time of the Empire of Japan. In other words, it was likely used for military training, which was mandatory for students at the time. The main activities were learning marching, shooting postures, and forming formations. Although your rifle is sophisticated, there are cases where rifle-shaped wooden sticks were used due to differences in the financial and industrial capabilities of local governments.   I hope these will be of some help to you.   https://regimentals.jugem.jp/?eid=4121#gsc.tab=0 https://note.com/sensou188/n/n9d71154c7b3c www.regimentals.jp/detail_gun.php?id=6481

Good one. M1/63 indicates production by Steinhauer & Luck.

My current collection of SA/NSDAP related items.   SA sports badge, Bronze M1929 Kepi Eagle SA/NSKK EM belt buckle   The eagle and belt buckle have no markings, The sports badge is marked " E. Schneider, Lüdenscheid". However it seems the "L" has been cut off in the makring? The kepi eagle is golden/bronze in color but looks like it may have a silver finish. mostly worn off. two tabs one, broken. I say SA/NSKK belt because as I understand they wore the same belt buckle?

A very nice blade.   In answer to your question, I would say that uneven grinds are uncommon.  While anything is possible the function of QA personnel was to detect and eliminate blades that did not meet standards.  I can't see the blade edges in your photos well enough to comment on them but it would seem to me that post-factory amateur grinding or sharpening might be the culprit.   HTH.   Regards, Charlie

Update, the newest addition to my collection, related to HJ items. A Christmas Gift to myself. An Enamel HJ shooting/marksmanship badge pin. I'm not sure if it's bronze or silver "level". it's hard to tell color. In pictures it looks bronze. IRL it looks silver... In any calse it's marked RZM M1/63

Beautiful uniform, I’d love to have one like that in my collection.