Gun Collectors Dream Auction #87 General Gun Auction
Lot 1258:
Description
This lot consists of 10 rifle cartridges and 160 empty primed 5.56 casings presented in four assorted containers. Included is a white Winchester Super-X 20-round box containing spent brass cases with headstamps reading WINCHESTER 223 REM along with one live cartridge featuring a copper-jacketed bullet. An open red plastic tray holds primed brass cases with headstamps featuring the characters F C 9 6 arranged around the primer, identifying them as Federal Cartridge products from 1996. A blue plastic utility box contains approximately 87 brass cases including examples with L C for Lake City and W C C for Western Cartridge Company headstamps, some of which are marked with 95.6 in ink. A second red plastic utility box is included and labeled 5.56 PRIMED CASES. The brass components exhibit varied levels of tarnish, oxidation, and signs of handling consistent with previously fired or reloaded components. Per user-provided specifications, the lot contains 10 rifle cartridges and 160 empty primed 5.56 casings.
Condition report:
The brass components exhibit varied levels of surface tarnish and oxidation. Some cases show signs of being previously fired, while others appear to be primed and unused. The visible live cartridge appears in stable condition with minor case tarnish. The storage boxes and tray show light wear, scuffs, and handwritten markings. The overall condition is consistent with previously handled reloading components.
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