Lot 476:
A Lot of 16 Rounds of .303 British Ammunition and 40 Count of Empty Brass Casings for Reloading
Sold for: $30
Description
This lot comprises a collection of vintage centerfire rifle components consisting of 16 rounds of .303 British ammunition and 40 count of empty brass casings for reloading. The collection includes two period-correct boxes: a Remington Kleanbore .303 British Express box, item number 8330, which originally contained 215-grain soft-point cartridges, and a gold-toned Browning Center Fire Rifle Ammunition box featuring a game deer illustration. Notable headstamp markings across the assortment include BROWNING 303 BRITISH, WINCHESTER 303 BRITISH, SUPER-X .303 BRITISH, F C 303 BRITISH, S J, RG 53, RG 7, 10 43, and R^L VII 31. The cartridges feature varied bullet types including soft point and full metal jacket projectiles. The empty brass casings are intended for reloading purposes and display varied headstamps consistent with the cartridges in the lot.
Condition report:
The packaging shows significant shelf wear, including edge tears, staining, and compression. The ammunition and brass components exhibit varying degrees of tarnishing, surface oxidation, and verdigris consistent with their age. One specific casing displays a prominent area of dark discoloration on the brass. The 16 live rounds appear intact with seated bullets, while the 40 casings are empty and unprimed or have spent primers. We have not function-tested any of the ammunition or components.
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