Lot 70:
A Lot of 85 Rounds .303 British Centerfire Rifle Ammunition on Stripper Clips
Sold for: $110
Description
This lot features 85 rounds of .303 British caliber rifle ammunition manufactured by the Greek Powder and Cartridge Company, recognized by the HXP headstamp. The cartridges are provided on steel five-round stripper clips, some of which are stamped with the BP marking. The ammunition utilizes brass casings that show prominent annealing discoloration around the neck and shoulder, a standard feature of military-specification production. The rounds are loaded with copper-jacketed spitzer projectiles and feature primers with a green lacquer sealant for moisture resistance. Case head markings include varying production year stamps such as 64, 68, and 82. This group of ammunition is representative of mid-20th-century Greek military production intended for use in Enfield-pattern rifles and other firearms chambered for the .303 British cartridge.
Condition report:
The ammunition is in good military surplus condition. The brass cases show minor surface tarnish and light oxidation consistent with age and storage. The steel stripper clips exhibit some finish wear and small patches of surface corrosion. The cardboard boxes show moderate shelf wear and remnants of adhesive tape.
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