Gun Collectors Dream Auction #87 General Gun Auction
Lot 304:
Description
This lot contains 400 bullet tips for reloading, specifically Hornady brand .17 caliber spire point hollow point projectiles. Each of the 25-grain bullets features a .172-inch diameter and is designed for precision small-bore rifle reloading. The collection consists of four individual boxes containing 100 units each. Three of the boxes are in the modern red-and-white Hornady trade dress, while the fourth box is a vintage-style container. Key markings transcribed verbatim from the contemporary boxes include Hornady 17 CAL .172 25 GR HP Qty: 100 and #1710. The older box is marked Hornady 100 #1710 17 CAL. 25 GR. .172 Spire HP. The bullets themselves are copper-jacketed with a lead core and exhibit the characteristic spire point hollow point profile consistent with the factory specifications provided on the packaging. No loaded cartridges, propellant, or primers are included in this lot of components.
Condition report:
The bullets appear to be in excellent, unused condition with bright copper jackets and no visible oxidation or corrosion. The three modern boxes show minor shelf wear with some light scuffing at the corners. The vintage box displays more significant signs of age, including surface tearing, light staining, and edge fraying, but it remains structurally sound.
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