[8] Unlike previously designed Nambu pistols, the Type 94 operates with a concealed hammer and with a firing pin rather than a striker.

[6] The locking system is a rising-block type which floats independently between the lugs underneath the chamber end of the barrel.

[8] The grip is smaller than other Japanese pistols and is finished with either black bakelite or smooth wood, depending on production date.

[1] The front blade sight on the muzzle of the Type 94 pistol and the rear fixed V were occasionally inaccurately positioned making them useless when the weapon is being aimed.

[4] The rear sight was reduced from a U-shape to a simple notch in 1944 with the front blade being left unchanged but less attention to detail being applied as World War II progressed.

[11] The quality of Type 94 Nambu pistols decreased towards the end of World War II as the Japanese faced bombing raids from Allied forces and material shortages increased.

[13] Only four unserialized and undated pistols are known to exist and include mismatched parts with no inspection marks, lanyard loops, and extractors.

[2] After clearing the Type 94, the operator must draw the slide against the magazine follower to hold the bolt to the rear of the pistol.

[15] Holsters for the Type 94 pistol were generally made from either pigskin or cowhide leather and ranged in color from tan to dark reddish brown.

[18] A belt loop and two shoulder strap "D" rings are provided on the rear of the holster and are made from brass, galvanized steel, or nickel plating.

[3] The sear bar on the Type 94 Nambu converts the forward pull of the trigger into a lateral movement that frees the hammer.