Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th
Lot 1297:
Description
This lot features a collection of 50 rounds of Winchester 16 gauge shotgun ammunition, comprising two distinct 25-round boxes. The first is a Winchester Super-X Game Load box containing 2 3/4-inch shells with 1 oz. of #8 shot, rated at a velocity of 1165 FPS. These modern shells are constructed with red ribbed plastic hulls and brass-plated steel heads, featuring markings that include the Super-X logo, “2 3/4 IN-1-8,” and “70mm.” The second box is a Winchester Ranger Mark 5 folding carton containing 2 3/4-inch shells with 1 1/8 oz. of #6 shot and a powder charge of 2 3/4 drams equivalent. These shells feature red ribbed plastic hulls with brass heads marked “WINCHESTER,” “RANGER,” “2 3/4 – 1 1/8,” and “6.” The Ranger Mark 5 packaging includes period Winchester typography, the “All New Plastic” blue banner, and the New Haven, Connecticut manufacturer address. Both boxes are designated for upland and small game hunting. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The ammunition appears to be in clean, unfired, and live condition. The modern Super-X box shows minor shelf wear with a price tag of $21.99 on the front panel. The Ranger Mark 5 box exhibits significant vintage shelf wear, including scuffing, edge tears, and a partially removed adhesive price tag showing $2.35. The plastic hulls remain bright with crisp markings, and the brass and brass-plated heads show no significant corrosion or oxidation.
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