Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th
Lot 1354:
Description
This lot consists of two boxes containing a total of 20 rounds of Hevi-Shot brand 12-gauge shotgun shells. The ammunition is packaged in folding cardboard cartons featuring green and tan decorative motifs with a central mallard duck logo and the printed slogan “I DIDN’T COME THIS FAR TO MISS!”. According to the technical specifications printed on the boxes, these are 3 1/2-inch shells loaded with 1 3/8 oz of number 4 shot, achieving a muzzle velocity of 1500 FPS. The packaging identifies the product as “HIGH DENSITY—LONG RANGE PERFORMANCE.” The individual shells feature ribbed brown plastic hulls with high brass-colored metal bases. One visible shell is marked with black text reading “HEVI-SHOT 3-1/2in 1 3/8oz #4”. The boxes also feature a white adhesive price label reading “$ 53.99”. Mechanical function and safety have not been independently verified.
Condition report:
The packaging shows moderate shelf wear consistent with handling, including surface abrasions and small areas of paper loss on the front panels (photo 1). The corners and edges of the folding cartons exhibit softening and minor crushing (photo 2). The individual shells appear to be in good condition with no visible signs of corrosion on the metal bases or deformation of the plastic hulls (photo 3).
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