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20 Ga. Trapdoor “Forager” Shotshell M1881

Item #: Z8356

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Z8356 20 Ga. Trapdoor "Forager” Shotshell M1881

Description: Nice example of an Indian War era 20 Ga. NPE shotshell used in the Springfield Model 1881 "Forager” shotgun. This example has a tinned brass case and a No. 2 Gill primer. A nice example with plenty of the original plating left.

Headstamp: "F / 11 / 97 / No 20”

Measures: OAL 2.571” RD .752” HD .695”

Reference: "History of Modern US Small Arms Ammunition" Vol. 1 by Hackley, Woodin, and Scranton Pg. 255-256

Reference: "Rare and Unusual Shotshells in the United States” Frederickson & Nedza Pg. 226

Price: $95.00 UPS Shipping Required

Shipping Weight: 0.5 lb

Your Price$95.00 USD

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