Initially there were to be two models of the 99 rifle: a long rifle (same length as the Model 38 rifle) for infantry and a short rifle for cavalry and other units.

Picture number 201 (picture courtesy of Shannon Zeigler) shows the left side of a long rifle.

Picture number 202 (picture courtesy of Shannon Zeigler) shows the right side of a long rifle.

Picture number 203 (picture courtesy of Shannon Zeigler) shows a closer view of the forend of a long rifle. The rifle pictured does not have the monopod.

Picture number 210 (picture courtesy of Earl Battey) shows a long rifle with the correct monopod.

Picture number 215 (picture courtesy of Earl Battey) shows a close up view of the rear band and the monopod attachment.

Picture number 204 (picture courtesy of Shannon Zeigler) shows the front band and top of the cleaning rod for a long rifle.

Picture number 220 (picture courtesy of Earl Battey) shows the rear sight of the long rifle. The sight is in the upright position with the anti-aircraft sight bars extended.