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12Ga. “Field” Shotshell by W.C.Co.

Item #: Z6419

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Z6419 12Ga. "Field” Shotshell by W.C.Co.

Description: Very nice factory loaded "FIELD” shotshell manufactured by the Western Cartridge Company of East Alton, Illinois. This example has a white or tan buff wad, a red paper case, a brass cup, and a copper primer. Very nice shell with uniform color.

Headstamp: Impressed "W.C.CO / No 12 / FIELD”

Wad Reads: "S.S. / 3 / 1 1/8 7 1/2 / W.C.CO.” in black print on buff paper.

Measures: 2.5” or 2.461” RD .878” HD .804”

Reference: "The Shotshell in the United States” Iverson Pg. 194

Reference: "Rare and Unusual Shotshells in the United States” Frederickson & Nedza Pg. 100 (Circa 1900+)

Price: $20.00 UPS Shipping Required

Shipping Weight: 0.25 lb

Your Price$20.00 USD

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