RARE 15 MM PINFIRE CARTRIDGE

RARE 15 MM PINFIRE CARTRIDGE

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Item Code: 490-1992

Pinfire cartridge for 15mm carbines. Lead bullet in a copper cartridge case. The gun’s hammer struck a rigid wire or “pin” extending from the case. The pin, in turn, set off a percussion cap seated in the bottom of the cartridge, thus firing the bullet. “15” head stamp; unknown maker. Great condition.  [JET]

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