Lot 100:
Winchester .22 Short Rimfire Ammunition 50 Rounds 1920
Sold for: $60
Description
This lot features 50 rounds of Winchester .22 Short rimfire ammunition presented in its original two-piece cardboard box. The assembly consists of a sliding inner tray and an outer sleeve with printed labels designating the contents as Lesmok rifle cartridges. Verbatim markings on the top label include 50 Winchester Trade Mark .22 Short Rim Fire and Stetson’s Patent Oct. 31st, 1871 followed by the company address Winchester Repeating Arms Co., New Haven, Conn. U.S.A. Side labels feature the prominent orange W logo and are marked .22 Short Rim Fire Lesmok Rifle Cartridges Winchester Make. A partial label on the bottom of the box displays the date code 2338 7-20, indicating a production date of July 1920. The ammunition consists of copper cases with lead bullets, currently arranged in an alternating head-to-bullet grid pattern. The case heads are stamped with the Winchester H marking. Note – As an antique or black powder firearm, this item does not require a background check.
Condition report:
The two-piece cardboard box exhibits moderate to heavy wear consistent with its age, including surface staining, edge fraying, and minor losses to the paper labels. The printed text and graphics remain largely legible despite some age-related darkening and foxing. The 50 cartridges show significant environmental patina; the copper cases have darkened with oxidation, and the lead bullets display heavy white lead bloom. The ammunition is offered as a historical collectible and has not been tested for functionality.
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