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U.S.C.CO., No. 12, Lowell Shotshell

Item #: Z5832

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Z5832 U.S.C.CO., No. 12, Lowell Shotshell

Description: Early No. 12 shotshell manufactured by the United States Cartridge Company in Lowell, Massachusetts. This example is unprimed with a modern plastic wad inserted to protect the mouth. This example has an unprimed and plated cup. The U.S.C.Co. became famous for their "Black” shotshells.

Headstamp: "U.S.C.CO. / No 12 / LOWELL”

Measures: OAL 2.614”

Reference: "Rare and Unusual Shotshells in the United States” Frederickson / right Nedza Pg. 89 (1880+)

Shipping Weight: 0.25 lb

Your Price$85.00 USD

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