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Scarce 18Ga. U.M.C. Nitro Club Shotshell

Item #: Z7572

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Z7572 Scarce 18Ga. U.M.C. Nitro Club Shotshell

Description: Scarce example of the 18 Ga. "NITRO CLUB” shotshell manufactured by U.M.C.Co. This example is in nice shape with a little fading and soiling on the paper and top wad. The top wad is white and appears to have been coated for protection a long time ago. The paper hull has a nice pink/orange color with a little soiling. The cup/head has a dark patina with some spotting. The headstamp is highlighted with whiteout. A nice example of a scarce 18 Ga. shotshell.

Headstamp: "U.M.C.CO. / No 18 / NITRO CLUB”

Top Wad: "18 / Infallible / ¾ C 7 ½ / U.M.C."

Measures: OAL 1.852” RD .782” HD .713” Cup Height .481”

Reference: "Rare and Unusual Shotshells in the United States” Frederickson & Nedza Pg. 74 (Circa 1913+)

Price: $135.00 UPS Shipping Required

Shipping Weight: 0.25 lb

Your Price$135.00 USD

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