Lot 169:
A Lot of 16 Weatherby Ultra-Velocity .257 Weatherby Magnum Ammunition
Sold for: $45
Description
This lot consists of 16 cartridges of Weatherby Ultra-Velocity ammunition chambered in .257 Weatherby Magnum. Each cartridge is loaded with a 117-grain soft point bullet, designated by the manufacturer as No. 16504. The ammunition is housed in its original yellow, white, and red cardboard box, which features a prominent tiger graphic and the marketing slogan Builders of America’s Finest Rifles. Verification of the contents confirms the presence of 16 rounds. Key markings on the box include the caliber designation .257 W.M. and a warning label stating Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Use this ammunition only in rifles specifically chambered for Weatherby Magnum ammunition… Do not use in Weatherby Vanguard rifles. Individual cartridge headstamps are transcribed verbatim as WEATHERBY .257 MAGNUM. The interior features a red plastic tray for organization.
Condition report:
The original cardboard box displays moderate shelf wear, rubbing along the edges, and a handwritten ink notation on the lid reading 15 Rnds. The brass cartridge cases exhibit surface tarnish and natural aging. Most primers feature a green sealant, while one round displays a different primer finish without visible sealant. The ammunition appears to be live and well-preserved.
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