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18MM Swiss Milbank-Amsler Rimfire Cartridge

Item #: Z6490

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Z6490 18MM Swiss Milbank-Amsler Rimfire Cartridge

Description: Very nice and desirable 18mm (.709”) rimfire cartridge known as the Milbank-Amsler. These were used in the 1867 Prelaz-Burnand conversion rifles. This is the largest size rimfire manufactured for any of the conversion rifles. This example has a lightly oxidized bullet with a slightly necked copper case. There is writing on one side and lubricant around the case mouth.

Headstamp: Impressed triangle with raised dot and two tic marks.

Measures: OAL 1.573” CL .990” RD .810” HD .734” CM .705” BDaCM .703”

Reference: "The History & Development of Small Arms Ammunition” Hoyem Vol. 1 Pg. 172

Price: $135.00 UPS Shipping Required

Shipping Weight: 0.5 lb

Your Price$135.00 USD

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