Gun Collectors Dream Auction #83 May 2nd & 3rd TWO DAYS - NO RESERVES - 1200 LOTS!
Lot 1492:
Description
This lot consists of four vintage canisters of Hercules Reloder 7 smokeless rifle powder, totaling 3.5 LBS total weight. Each cylindrical metal canister is marked with a net weight of 16 oz (1 lb) and was manufactured by Hercules Incorporated of Wilmington, Delaware. The labels feature a distinctive color scheme of silver, red, and orange-yellow graphics, showcasing the Hercules profile logo and Reloder 7 in prominent black lettering. The reverse side of each canister contains detailed safety warnings, handloading instructions, and manufacturer information. Verbatim markings include the Hercules logo, Reloder 7 Smokeless Rifle Powder, Net Weight 16 oz (1 lb), and the manufacturer’s location in Wilmington, Delaware, along with the code Her. 22942. These canisters are representative of mid-to-late 20th-century American reloading components and are intended for use in center-fire rifle cartridges as specified by the manufacturer.
Condition report:
The canisters are in fair to good condition, showing typical signs of age and storage such as scuffing, minor staining, and a small tear to one label. Light surface corrosion is present on the exposed metal rims and bases. The lot is noted as having 3.5 LBS total weight, suggesting the canisters are largely full, though the chemical integrity and performance of the vintage smokeless powder have not been tested and are not guaranteed.
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