Lot 79:
Vintage Gambles Hiawatha 'AIRWAY' 16 GA. Shot Shells, Full Box of 25 Rounds
Sold for: $40
Description
A vintage full box of Gambles Hiawatha ‘AIRWAY’ 16 GA. Shot Shells, containing 25 rounds of ammunition. The item is presented in its original mid-20th century style cardboard packaging, featuring a vibrant yellow and dark blue/grey design. The central logo depicts a stylized profile in a feathered headdress. The box is marked with text including ‘NON-CORROSIVE,’ ‘SMOKELESS POWDER,’ ‘NON-CORROSIVE PRIMER,’ and ‘PATENTED CONSTRUCTION.’ A detailed diagram illustrating the shell’s internal components and a safety ‘WARNING!’ are also present on the packaging. The box is sealed in a clear plastic wrap.
Condition report:
The item is sealed in a clear plastic wrap which exhibits creasing, minor tears, and surface dirt. Handwritten numerical markings \'841\' and \'59\' are present on the plastic wrap. The underlying cardboard box shows typical age-related wear to its edges and corners but maintains vibrant colors. The contents are presumed to be complete and intact as a full box of 25 rounds.
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