7 3/4 pounds
Your MK 38 was made in the year 2009.
Very fine.
MK stands for Mark, The word mark, followed by number, is a method of designating a version of a product. So MK IV translates into Mark 4
I own a Grade 1 MK-70 Miroku, my friend has the Grade 5 The engraving is the most obvious difference, followed by the quality of the wood stock, The grade 5 engraving covers all of the metal body, including the underside, where the two squares open inwards when you open the barrels, these two little squares have no engraving at all on my Grade 1, yet are beautifully deeply engraved on the grade 5 I don't think a grade 2,3 or 4 are available from Miroku, its a grade 1 or a grade 5 only
@1972
To date your BC Miroku shotgun with the serial number 313957, you would typically reference the production records of Miroku, which can be found through firearm collectors' guides or Miroku's official communications. Miroku shotguns were primarily produced for the British market in the mid-20th century, so your shotgun is likely from that era. For a more precise date, consider reaching out to Miroku directly or consulting a firearms expert or appraiser who specializes in vintage shotguns.
FN (Fabrique Nationale) since day one, Miroku since the mid 70's
Fine
1905, 1911, 1911 A1 were all predecessors.
Best to ask a gunsmith for help.
@ 1978
Miroku is a firearms maker located in Japan