Lot 425:
Alliant Powder Power Pistol Smokeless Gunpowder 1 lb 1999
Sold for: $65
Description
This lot consists of a one-pound container of Alliant Powder Power Pistol high-performance smokeless gunpowder designed for handgun ammunition reloading. The black plastic cylindrical bottle features a light blue and red label with the Alliant Powder logo and the text (FORMERLY HERCULES POWDER). The label provides a detailed list of ingredients including Nitrocellulose CASRN 9004-70-0, Nitroglycerin CASRN 55-63-0, Diphenylamine CASRN 122-39-4, Ethyl Centralite CASRN 85-98-3, Rosin CASRN 8050-09-7, and Polyester NJTSRN 800928-5003. Verbatim markings on the container include POWER PISTOL HIGH PERFORMANCE SMOKELESS POWDER, NET WEIGHT 1 lb (454 g), and MANUFACTURED IN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The reverse side identifies the manufacturer as Alliant Techsystems of Kenvil, NJ, 07847-9773, and features a vertical yellow ink stamp with the production code DEC 18 99 008. An orange retail price sticker for $39.99 is adhered to the upper front portion of the label.
Condition report:
The plastic container is in original condition with minor shelf wear and surface dust consistent with age. The label is intact and fully legible, showing only light scuffing and the presence of a retail price sticker. The screw-top lid appears secure and undisturbed. As this is a vintage container of chemical propellant, the internal contents have not been inspected, and the chemical stability or ballistic performance of the powder has not been tested.
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