Gun Collectors Dream Auction #83 May 2nd & 3rd TWO DAYS - NO RESERVES - 1200 LOTS!
Lot 1517:
Description
This lot consists of four vintage ammunition primer boxes, comprising three Winchester Staynless Primers boxes and one Remington primer box. The Winchester boxes are designed for centerfire cartridges and are identified by the manufacturer as No. 120 K1630P. Key markings include the manufacturer designation Winchester Repeating Arms Co., New Haven, Conn., U. S. A., Division of Olin Industries, Inc., and the statement 100 Center Fire Non-Mercuric. These boxes feature a yellow, blue, and red graphic color scheme and are marked Made in United States of America. The single Remington box is constructed of tan cardboard with red printed text. Key markings on this box include 100 Remington Primer No. 49-1379 For .38 Cartridge and the manufacturer Remington Arms Co., Inc., Bridgeport, Conn. The Remington box also bears the mark Made in U. S. A. and is specifically intended for .38 caliber cartridge reloading. Note – As an antique or black powder firearm, this item does not require a background check.
Condition report:
The primer boxes show varying degrees of shelf wear and age-related degradation. The three Winchester boxes retain good color and structural integrity, with some light rubbing and minor corner wear. The Remington box shows more advanced wear, most notably a large tear across the upper right portion of the front label and some fraying to the cardboard edges. The paper surfaces show typical yellowing and minor staining consistent with long-term storage. The boxes appear to be full of live primers, though their chemical stability and viability have not been tested; they are sold as collector items and should be handled with appropriate caution.
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