Lot 373:
A Pair of Hodgdon Spherical BL-C Lot #2 Rifle Powder Cans with 1.5 Lbs of Powder
Sold for: $45
Description
This lot features a pair of metal and cardboard propellant containers for Hodgdon Spherical BL-C (Lot #2) brand smokeless rifle powder. These 16 oz. capacity cans are adorned with distinctive black and pink paper labels featuring a red circular motif with a stylized white H and flame graphic. While the factory labels specify a net weight of one pound per container, this lot is noted to contain 1.5 Lbs Of Powder. Prominent markings on the face of the cans include Spherical BL-C (Lot #2) Brand, Danger-Extremely Flammable See Precaution On Back Of Can, and Hodgdon Rifle Powder. The reverse labels include extensive safety warnings and identify the manufacturer as Hodgdon Powder Company, Inc., 7710 W. 50 Highway, Shawnee Mission, Kansas 66202, specifying a Net Wt. 16 oz. (1 lb.). Both units are equipped with their original metal screw-top closures.
Condition report:
The containers show signs of age and storage. The left can exhibits light surface wear and minor scuffing to the label, with oxidation present on the top and bottom metal rims. The right can shows significant label loss on the lower-front and side, revealing the underlying cardboard substrate, as well as light oxidation on the metal surfaces. The screw-top lids are intact with some surface oxidation. The propellant has not been tested for performance or stability.
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