Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th
Lot 1561:
Description
This lot consists of two blue plastic Frankford Arsenal Magnum ammo boxes containing a verified total of 37 live rounds of handloaded .270 WSM (Winchester Short Magnum) ammunition and 13 spent brass cases. The collection features a variety of premium components, including yellow polymer-tipped bullets, red polymer-tipped bullets, and soft point projectiles. Identifying labels and internal load data sheets specify bullet weights and brands such as 110-grain Sierra, 130-grain Nosler Ballistic Tip, Hornady SST, and Barnes, alongside powders including Vihtavuori N160, N165, N560, IMR 4350, and H4831. The cases bear headstamps for W-W Super and Norma. Exterior Midway Reloader’s labels provide caliber and specific load information, while handwritten internal notes document experimental lot numbers and loading dates including September 2013. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The ammunition appears to be in good handloaded condition with no significant corrosion observed on the brass cases. The plastic Frankford Arsenal boxes show typical handling wear and light staining to the adhesive paper labels. The 13 spent brass cases show varied signs of previous firing including primer pocket wear and some surface tarnishing. The live rounds appear functional, though as handloaded ammunition, they have not been independently tested for safety or performance.
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