Description: Offered here is a very nice example of a .45-70 rifle cartridge manufactured at the Frankford Arsenal in February of 1882. This is an internally primed centerfire cartridge utilizing the Benet priming system, with two crimps securing the copper cup in place.
This is the rifle loading, featuring a 405-grain bullet over the full-service charge of 70 grains of black powder. Produced during the later Indian War period, it represents a highly desirable specimen for collectors of U.S. military ammunition.
The copper case remains in nice condition with a few scattered spots. A faint ghost shadow is visible on the side of the case where a cartridge designation was once written. The headstamp is highlighted with paint or white-out, adding character without detracting from overall appeal.
A solid and attractive example of a .45-70 Indian War era cartridge.
Headstamp: "R / 2 / 82 / F”
Measures: OAL 2.549” CL 2.096” RD .606” HD .503” CM .473” BDaCM .445”
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