Be warned !įirst of all you need to understand that every type of wapen has most of the time its own specific cartridge, either as complete unit or as separate parts: shell, primer, charge and projectile.įor determination we use two basics: the case shape and dimensions. Also take in consideration that in case of a fire your insurance-company might simply refuse to pay out. You might end up with a heavy fine, and the chance of going to jail (not to mention the confiscation of your whole collection). Illegal possession of ammunition is considered to be a criminal act. You need to have a special permit to do so (check with your local police-station). WARNING - WARNING - WARNINGĬollecting socalled 'live ammunition' is in most countries forbidden. Please drop us a line if you happen to have additional information for us on the subject.
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Information which will help you to determine its origin are the shell's measurements (base,īottom, top and sometimes neck diameter and full length). We collected over the years, and we are very much aware that they are far from complete. These lists were put together once we had established the origin of most of the cartridges The museum's collection can always use expansion. A cartridge case which has been transformed into a vase, lamp or any other shape (socalled "trench art") is also more than welcome. It (dislike brass polishing !) or is just gathering dust in some forgotten corner, we would very much like to hear from you.
Should you happen to have or know about a cartridge case which is dated before 1919 and have no longer use for The other marks could be a reference to the propellant, bullet type, date and month of manufacturing. You to understand some of these markings and establish its origin. Here we put some of the most common shell body and base markings for you on Small arms calibre markings on base of cartridge cases and rifle clips Small arms calibre markings (The Western Front Museum)
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