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Cartridge Reference - Cart. Ref. - MBA Gyrojets, Lancejets, Finjets, etc.

MBA .49 Gyrojet Rocket Promotional Dummy

Item #: RZ6815

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Z6815 MBA .49 Gyrojet Rocket Promotional Dummy

Description: Scarce .49 Gyrojet "wadcutter” promotional dummy cartridge. This is the exact item pictured in the book and was once part of the Woodin Collection. It features an applied oval MBA decal with a red background and white letters. There is a number code on the opposite side which corresponds to the Woodin collection.

This example has a steel case and four-port nozzle. The primer pocket is filled as stated in the book. This example does exhibit light surface rust. An excellent published example of an MBA promotional item!

Headstamp: None

Measures: 35.95mm D 12.50mm

Reference: "MBA Gyrojets and Other Ordnance” by Mel Carpenter Pg. 129 Figure 12-12 (Actual Cartridge Pictured in Book)

Recovered: Ex. Woodin Lab Collection

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