.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE

.442 WESTLEY RICHARDS “MONKEY TAIL” CARTRIDGE

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This specimen is a very nice regulation paper wrapped skin cartridge for the British “Monkey Tail” rifles. This one is wrapped in tan paper. Cloth tear strip sticking out of the bottom end. Very fine condition.

The Westley Richards “Monkey Tail” was a popular breechloader first designed in 1858. It was finally adopted by the British cavalry in 1866, and served until 1881. It was also a popular commercial rifle, especially in remote places like Australia and South Africa. It was named for the long lever on top of the action used to open and close the breech.

Measures: OAL approx. 2.9".  Reference: Hoyem, Volume 1, page 74.  [jet] [ph:jet]

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