Gun Collectors Dream Auction #86 Collector Auction
Lot 571:
Description
This lot consists of 60 rounds of Buffalo Bore Ammunition Co. .45-70 Magnum high-performance cartridges, organized into three 20-round boxes. These specific loads are designated as Item 8 B, featuring 405-grain Jacketed Flat Nose bullets rated for a muzzle velocity of 2,000 feet per second. The ammunition is contained in clear plastic trays protected by yellow and blue cardboard outer sleeves. Verification of markings on the sleeves confirms the product code and ballistics data. The cartridge headstamps are struck with the verbatim text LEVER GUN across the top and 45-70 MAG across the bottom. The packaging includes detailed warning labels specifying compatibility with modern firearms including the Browning Model 1885 and 1886, Marlin Model 1895 manufactured since 1972, New England Arms Handy Rifle, Ruger Number 1 and 3, Thompson Center Encore, and contemporary production Winchester 1886 and Shiloh Sharps rifles.
Condition report:
The ammunition is in excellent condition overall. The brass cartridge cases remain bright with no signs of corrosion or significant oxidation. The jacketed flat nose bullets are properly seated and show no signs of lead oxidation or jacket damage. The clear plastic storage trays are intact. The cardboard outer sleeves show minor shelf wear, light scuffing, and some residual adhesive from red price stickers, but remain structurally sound. The ammunition appears live and ready for use in appropriate modern firearms.
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