Lot 1231:
Norinco Chinasports .223 Remington 55 Grain FMJ Ammunition 140 Rounds
Description
This lot consists of a group of seven boxes of Norinco “Chinasports” brand centerfire rifle ammunition in .223 Remington caliber. Each box is factory labeled as containing 20 cartridges, providing a verified combined total of 140 rounds. The cartridges feature boxer-primed brass cases loaded with 55-grain full metal jacket (FMJ) bullets. Prominent markings on the red and black packaging include “NORINCO CHINASPORTS,” “.223 REM,” and “20 CARTRIDGES,” along with technical specifications stating the ammunition is non-corrosive and reloadable. Cartridge headstamps on the visible rounds are marked “C J 9 2,” a marking typically associated with Chinese production from the early 1990s. The packaging reflects the import era of Norinco products into the United States prior to 1994 trade restrictions. The cartridges appear to be in their original white styrofoam inserts within the cardboard boxes.
Condition report:
The ammunition appears to be in very good, live condition. The brass cases show a natural aged patina but remain free of significant corrosion or heavy oxidation. The full metal jacket projectiles are seated securely. The cardboard boxes show some shelf wear and handling marks, including minor fraying at the corners, small edge tears, and light surface scuffing, though all seven boxes remain structurally intact and legible.
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