16 Ga. Western Cartridge Co. “Marvel” Shotshell
Item #: Z7574
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Z7574 16 Ga. Western Cartridge Co. "Marvel” Shotshell
Description: Nice example of the scarcer 16 Ga. paper shotshell manufactured by the Western Cartridge Company of East Alton, Illinois. This example has a tan top wad with red lettering. The paper hull has a lightly soiled pink color with a typical brass head, and copper primer. The headstamp has been highlighted with white and the brass cup has a few small spots. A hard-to-find 16 Ga. shotshell variant by W.C.CO.
Headstamp: "WESTERN / No 16 / MARVEL”
Top Wad: "BALLISTITE / 20 / 1-7 ½ / WESTERN”
Measures: OAL 2.347” RD .812” HD .740” Cup Height .487”
Reference: "Rare and Unusual Shotshells in the United States” Frederickson & Nedza Pgs. 100-103 (Early 1900’s 16 Ga. is Unlisted)
Price: $40.00 UPS Shipping Required.
Shipping Weight:
0.25 lb
Item # Z7574
Your Price $40.00 USD
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