As of my last update in October 2023, B.C. Miroku Gun Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is still in business. The company is known for producing high-quality shotguns and rifles, primarily for the hunting and sporting markets. However, for the most current status or any recent developments, it's advisable to check their official website or recent news sources.
Miroku Firearms Mfg. Co./ 537-1 Shinohara/ Nangoku City, Kochi-Pref Japan
Yes, they were the mfg plant that first made Brownings in Japan in 1976.
The company is still in business.
this gun is a 16gauge pump mfg. by Stevens arms. would like some history on gun
Impossible to answer as asked.
The gun was made in 1922.
You can try e-gunparts.com and gun shows.
with that s/n the gun was mfg in 1969, but if it has 37 in front of it then it was mfg 1973-74.
You have a Ithaca Model 49 Saddle Gun which was mfg between 1962-1978.
Older Charles Daly o/u shotguns were mfg. by Miroku in Japan until the mid-70's, when Miroku began mfg. the Citori for Browning. These Charles Daly shotguns are one of the best bargains out there in a quality used o/u shotgun. They can be found for $500 to $700 for a good used 12 ga. with asking prices for higher grade guns in near new condition approaching $1,000. The later ones of Italian mfg. are more expensive, but are also solid guns. As for the Turkish Dalys, I have no experience with them.
Good luck
This gun was made in 1968