Lot 499:
A Collection of United States Cartridge Co. .22 Caliber Rimfire Ammunition, 188 Rounds
Sold for: $55
Description
A collection of vintage .22 caliber rimfire ammunition primarily manufactured by the United States Cartridge Co., comprising 188 rounds. The lot includes multiple vintage cardboard boxes, primarily from Lowell, Mass., and New York, N.Y. The distressed packaging identifies contents as “.50 .22 Calibre Short Smokeless Rim Fire,” “.50 .22 Rim Fire Self-Cleaning Long Shot,” “.50 .22 Calibre Long Rifle Rim Fire,” and “.50 .22 Rim Fire Self-Cleaning Winchester,” all prominently featuring “US” branding. Reverse sides bear text advertising “Self-Cleaning Cartridges” and general product superiority, made in U.S.A. The visible cartridges typically feature brass or copper casings with lead bullets, some marked “US” or “SN” on their headstamps; one box notably contains a mix, including cartridges marked “SUPER” and “H”.
Condition report:
Fair to Good vintage condition. Packaging shows significant age-related wear, including tears, creasing, and discoloration consistent with age. Cartridges exhibit varied levels of oxidation and patina consistent with age and storage.
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