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WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.  AMMUNITION BOXES –  PISTOL & RIFLE CARTRIDGES –  SELECTION OF SOME NICE SPECIMENS FRESH FROM AN OLD COLLECTION:  Found as a group in an old, well established cartridge collection, this is a very nice offering of late 1800’s and early 1900’s Winchester Repeating Arms Company full, partial and empty cartridge boxes for pistol and rifle calibers.    

Ranging from rare, to scarce, to some that are relatively common, these are all solid specimens that while showing various degrees of wear and age are remarkable in that they have survived at all, and they will be a nice addition to your collection to display with your firearm.   

Each box is individually described below and accompanied by detailed photographs. 

NOTE:  For individual cartridges in these calibers and by these civilian manufacturers, click on this link for available offerings:  INDIVIDUAL CIVILIAN CARTRIDGES

NOTE:  These boxes are not listed in any particular chronological order or with respect to the caliber, so you will be best served by scrolling through the entire list.  

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NO. 1  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .38-90 EXPRESS CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1885 SINGLE SHOT RIFLE - FULL BOX –  EARLY GREEN LABEL:  Manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co., this complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” dark green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the legend “.38-90-217 WINCHESTER EXPRESS SINGLE SHOT” superimposed on the cartridge.     

The top label is complete and legible, showing virtually no wear and still retaining the bright label coloring. The inside of the box top retains the full reloading instruction label.  The end label is complete and legible with some minor wear to the graphics.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp corners and edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box holds all 10 rounds of the original cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.    

This is a very nice specimen of a loading and label that was produced for a relatively short period of time before being eclipsed by the wide spread use of smokeless powder.  These .38 Winchester Express boxes, full, partial or empty, and with complete legible labels and the original cartridges are becoming increasingly difficult to find.  Available here from an old collection, this box is a good buy.  (0308)  $850

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NO. 2  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .45-60 CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1876 AND MODEL 1885 WINCHESTER RIFLES - FULL BOX –  EARLY GREEN LABEL:  Manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co., this complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” dark green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the legend “.45-60 WINCHESTER” superimposed on the cartridge.  This caliber is said to have been an early favorite of the early bounty hunter, Tom Horn.     

The labels are fully legible, showing only some minor scuffing and shelf wear, and still retaining the bright label coloring. The side and end labels are complete and legible with some minor wear to the graphics.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box holds all 20 rounds of the original cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.    

This is a very nice specimen of a very popular caliber, and these .45-60 Winchester boxes, full, partial or empty, and with complete legible labels and the original cartridges are becoming increasingly difficult to find.  Available here from an old collection, this box is a good buy.  SOLD

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NO. WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .40-60 CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1876 AND MODEL 1885 RIFLES - FULL BOX –  EARLY GREEN LABEL:  Manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co., this complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” dark green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the legend “.40-60 WINCHESTER” superimposed on the cartridge. 

An earlier square cornered box, the labels are fully legible, showing only some minor scuffing and shelf wear, and still retaining the bright label coloring.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box holds all 20 rounds of the original cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.    

This is a very nice specimen of a very popular caliber, and these .45-60 Winchester boxes, full, partial or empty, and with complete legible labels and containing the original cartridges are becoming increasingly difficult to find.  Available here from an old collection, this box is a good buy.  (0713)  $575

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NO. WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .40-60 CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1876 AND MODEL 1885 RIFLES - FULL BOX –  EARLY GREEN LABEL:  Manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co., this complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” dark green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the legend “.40-60 WINCHESTER” superimposed on the cartridge. 

An earlier square cornered box, the labels are fully legible, showing only some minor scuffing and shelf wear, and still retaining the bright label coloring.  The side and end labels are complete and legible with some minor wear to the graphics.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box holds all 20 rounds of the original cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.    

This is a very nice specimen of a very popular caliber, and these .45-60 Winchester boxes, full, partial or empty, and with complete legible labels and containing the original cartridges are becoming increasingly difficult to find.  Available here from an old collection, this box is a good buy.  (0712)  $550

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NO. 5  WRA  9mm PARABELLUM CARTRIDGES FOR USE IN SUB-MACHINE GUNS - WORLD WAR TWO PRODUCTION FOR EXPORT FOR THE BRITISH ARMY'S STEN GUN AND FOR ISSUE WITH THE M3/3A1 SUB MACHINE GUNS:  Manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. under contract with the British Government, it is generally accepted this ammunition was produced between 1940 and 1942.  This loading was "hotter" than the 9mm pistol ammunition in order to insure the proper function in the Sten Guns.  With the US forces' adoption of the M3/3A1 Sub Machine Gun (the "Grease Gun"), this ammunition was reportedly issued with the 9mm adapter kits provided with the M3.  

A classic World War Two packet, the fully legible label is printed directly on the packet paperboard.  The packet is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box holds 37 of the 50 rounds, these 37 appear to be original to this packet, and all have the proper headstamp.    

This is a very nice specimen of a very rare World War Two production packet with an interesting historical association and context.  (0737)  $100

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NO. 6  WRA  .35 WINCHESTER - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 20 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  Some shelf wear, but otherwise a good, strong box.  (0226)  $150

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NO. 7  WRA  .35 WINCHESTER - BOX OF EMPTY CARTRIDGE CASES:  Complete box with 19 original, but fired cartridge cases, all with the proper headstamp.  Some shelf wear, and wear to end flaps, but otherwise the box is intact.  (0227)  $75

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NO. 8  WRA  .33 WINCHESTER - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 20 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  Some shelf wear and one end flap is partially separated along crease - the other is fully intact.  (0225)  $150 

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NO. 9  WESTERN - WINCHESTER .308 PRIMED CARTRIDGE CASES - UNOPENED FULL  BOX:  Founded by Franklin Olin in 1898, the Western Cartridge Company (WCC) was one of the major producers of ammunition in the 20th Century and when the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. went into receivership, it was acquired by the WCC. 

This unopened box is fully intact with a bright clear legible label.  The wrapper label is complete and legible, showing no wear.  The box is very solid, retaining its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The khaki color of the box and label paper, and the format of the label text suggest that this box may have been package for delivery to the military under government contract, perhaps for testing leading up to the adoption of the M-14 Rifle in the late 1950's.  (0325)  $60  

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NO. 10  WRA BROWNING COMMEMORATIVE MODEL 71 .348 WINCHESTER CARTRIDGES:  Produced by Winchester as a commemorative loading for the Browning Model 71 Lever Action Rifle, this box contains six live cartridges with the 200 grain Silvertip bullets and nine fired cartridge cases – all original Winchester  headstamped cartridge cases.  The box graphics are overall excellent - bright and clean - with some very minor shelf wear.  Both end flaps are present, as is the internal plastic cartridge carrier.  A nice displayable box.  (0331)  $100 

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NO. 11  OLD WEST SCROUNGER  .405 WINCHESTER - FULL BOX:  I believe this is a product of the "Old West Scrounger" ammo company.  All 20 cartridges are made of resized Remington Peters .30-40 cartridge cases and are so headstamped.  All the cartridges are loaded with lead bullets.  One of these cartridges (upper) is shown below in a comparative photo with a WRA factory .405 cartridge, showing the cases in this lot are the proper length.  A good buy for shooter grade cartridges.  (0217)  $40

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NO. 12  WRA  .30-40 KRAG (GOVERNMENT) -  UNOPENED FULL BOX:  Complete box with an unbroken seal.  Some shelf wear and some cracking on the front label along the bottom edge of the box top, but this one has definitely not been opened.  A nice early box.  (0222)  $175

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NO. 13  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .40-65 CARTRIDGE –– LIGHT BROWN LABEL FOR THE MODEL 1886 RIFLE:  This box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” label in light brown and was loaded for the Model 1886 Winchester Rifle and various single shot rifles of the era.     

The two piece box has been carefully opened.  The front label is still present and is 98% intact, with some shelf scuffing on the right side.  The top label has some discoloration, but the text is complete and legible.  Both of the end labels are present, intact, and legible.  The box is very solid, retaining its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing. 

The box contains six of the original Winchester headstamped factory loaded .40-65 cartridges, five Winchester headstamped spent cartridge cases, one Remington-UMC headstamped loaded cartridge, and two spent Remington-UMC cartridge cases.     

This is a respectable specimen of another relatively scarce Winchester cartridge box that will display well.  SOLD

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NO. 14  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .45-70 CARTRIDGES – “US GOVERNMENT STANDARD FOR TARGET USE” - FULL BOX – GREEN LABEL:  This full, complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the additional callout below the cartridge “US GOVERNMENT STANDARD FOR TARGET USE”.   

The two piece box has been carefully opened, and the front label is still present and fully intact on one side of the box and the reloading instruction label is complete and intact on the opposite side of the box.  The top label has a bit of loss at one corner, but the text is fully legible.  Both end labels are complete and legible.  The box is very solid, with no open seams, and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box contains the 20 original Winchester headstamped .45-70 cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.   A very attractive box in very nice condition.  SOLD

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NO. 15  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .45-90 CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1886 RIFLE - GREEN LABEL:  This box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the “MODEL 1886” legend superimposed on the cartridge.   First introduced in the 1886 catalog, this new cartridge was developed for the Model 1886 Winchester Rifle, was offered in the Model 1885 Winchester Single Shot Rifle, and Marlin later chambered their Model 1895 Rifle for this caliber as well.   

The two piece box has been opened, however the Winchester warranty label which sealed the top to the bottom is still present with the majority of that label intact.  The front label is complete and for the most part, the printing is intact with only some minor shelf wear.  The same is true for both sets of end labels.  The top label is fully complete and legible.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp edges.   

The box contains 19 original Winchester headstamped .45-90 cartridges, all have the proper headstamp, and all are loaded with the correct “metal patched” or jacketed bullet that is advertised on the front label of the box.    

This is a relatively scarce offering of a very desirable Winchester cartridge and this box will display nicely with your 1886 rifle.  SOLD

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NO. 16  WRA .45-70 CARTRIDGES - FULL BOX SET OF 20 WITH "W" STAMPED PRIMERS:  Recovered from an old Mills cartridge belt, these original 20 factory loaded .45-70 all bear the early, small font "W.R.A. Co." headstamp and 19 of them have the desirable early production brass primers with the "W" stamp in the center.  The last cartridge matches the other 19, but it lacks the "W" marked primer.  This is a scarce opportunity to pick up a set of matching cartridges to fill a Winchester box and substantially increase the value.  (0804)  $75

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NO. 17  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” GREEN LABEL - .45-70 CARTRIDGES:  This pre-1890’s box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” green label, which features an image of the cartridge.   

The empty two piece box retains the complete front and top labels, and the reloading instruction label is complete and intact on the opposite side of the box.  All the labels are fully legible, showing very little wear.   The front label is ink stamped below the cartridge picture in very small characters “BLANK”.  In spite of this stamp, this empty box could be filled with the standard Winchester cartridges.  Overall, this is a very attractive box in very nice condition.  SOLD

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NO. 18  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .45-90 CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1886 RIFLE - FULL BOX – GREEN LABEL:  This full, complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the “MODEL 1886” legend superimposed on the cartridge.   First introduced in the 1886 catalog, this new cartridge was developed for the Model 1886 Winchester Rifle, was offered in the Model 1885 Winchester Single Shot Rifle, and Marlin later chambered their Model 1895 Rifle for this caliber as well.   

The two piece box has been opened, however the Winchester warranty label which sealed the top to the bottom is still present with the majority of that label intact.  The front label is complete and fully legible, as are both sets of end labels.  The top label has been subjected to wear and portions of the label are missing as can be seen in the photographs below.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.   

The box contains 20 original Winchester headstamped .45-90 cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp, however 19 of the 20 are factory loaded with the lead bullet.  The remaining cartridge has the “metal patched” or jacketed bullet that is advertised on the front label of the box.    

This is a relatively scarce offering of a very desirable Winchester cartridge and this box will display nicely with your 1886 rifle.  SOLD

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NO. 19  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .45-60 CARTRIDGES – FULL BOX – LIGHT BLUE LABEL:  This full, complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” label in light blue.   

The two piece box has been carefully opened, and the front label is still present and fully intact.  Below the light blue label is a red caution label, and the reloading instruction label is complete and intact on the opposite side of the box.  The top label is complete with a bit of scuffing at one corner, but the text is fully legible.  The box is very solid, retaining its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The top end edges are open and could be easily repaired.  The box contains the 20 original Winchester headstamped factory loaded .45-60 cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.    

This is a very attractive specimen of a relatively scarce box of the Winchester .45-60 cartridges and one that would be a nice addition to your collection.   SOLD

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NO. 20  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .40-65 CARTRIDGE –– LIGHT BROWN LABEL FOR THE MODEL 1886 RIFLE:  This box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” label in light brown and was loaded for the Model 1886 Winchester Rifle and various single shot rifles of the era.     

The two piece box has been carefully opened, and the front label is still present and is 98% intact, as are the end labels.  The top label has some scuffing but the text is complete and legible.  The box is very solid, retaining its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box contains two of the original Winchester headstamped factory loaded .40-65 cartridges, and both have the proper headstamp.   

This is a respectable specimen of another relatively scarce Winchester cartridge box that will display well.  SOLD

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NO. 21  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .45-75 CARTRIDGES FOR THE MODEL 1876 “CENTENNIAL” RIFLE - FULL BOX – GREEN LABEL:  This full, complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” green label, which features an image of the cartridge with the “MODEL “CENTENNIAL 1876” legend call out below the cartridge.    

The two piece box has been opened, however the Winchester warranty label is still present and fully intact on one side of the lower portion of the box and the reloading instruction label is complete and intact on the opposite side of the box.  The top and front labels are complete and fully legible, with some minor stains, and the single end label is present.  The box is very solid, but does have some open seams which could be repaired.  The box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  

The box contains the 20 original Winchester headstamped .45-75 cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp and original lead bullet.  This is a relatively scarce offering of a very desirable Winchester cartridge and this box will display nicely with your Model 1876 rifle.  SOLD

 

NO. 23  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .50-70 CARTRIDGES - FULL BOX – GREEN LABEL:  This complete box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” green label.    

The two piece box has been carefully opened, and the front label is still present and fully intact on one side of the box and the reloading instruction label is complete and intact on the opposite side of the box.  The top label is complete and fully legible and the end labels are present.  The box is very solid, with no open seams, and the box retains its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.   

The box contains the 20 original Winchester headstamped .50-70 cartridges, and all have the proper headstamp.  One of the cartridges has been fired, but the remaining 19 are complete and appear to be factory loads with the original lead bullet.  A very popular cartridge in a very nice box, which will display well.  SOLD

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NO. 24  WRA  “1946” SERIES LABEL .45 COLT - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 50 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  The packet shows some shelf wear and scuffing, and one end flap has separated from the box, but is still present and could be repaired.  SOLD

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NO. 25  WESTERN CARTRIDGE COMPANY - .45 CALIBER COLT FACTORY EMPTY PRIMED SHELLS – FULL BOX IN EXCELLENT CONDITION:  This full box contains 50 factory primed empty shells for the .45 Colt produced by the Western Cartridge Company, part of the Winchester historical family.  The box has been carefully opened, and the front label is still fully present and intact.  Due to the type of label and what appears to be an ink-stamped lot number on the bottom of the box, this may have been produced during World War One under contract to the armed services.  The box is very solid, retaining its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.  The box contains all fifty of the primed empty cases which do not appear to ever have been loaded, and all have the proper Western Cartridge Co. headstamp.    

This is an interesting box that would display well in a Colt collection.  SOLD

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NO. 26  WESTERN  .32 SHORT COLT - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 50 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  The box shows a little shelf wear, but the graphics are still strong and bright.  (0224)  $60

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NO. 27  WRA  .30-30 WINCHESTER - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 20 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  The box shows a little shelf wear, but the graphics are still strong and bright.  SOLD

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NO. 28  WESTERN  .30-30 WINCHESTER - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 20 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  The box shows a little shelf wear, but the graphics are still strong and bright.  SOLD

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NO. 29  WRA  BLACK TALON .30-06 WINCHESTER - FULL BOX:  Complete box with all 20 original cartridges with the proper headstamp present.  The box in like-new, old-stock condition and the graphics are strong and bright.  Due to controversy over the bullet design and marketing hype, these were discontinued from the market place in the mid-1990's.  Have two of these boxes in identical condition.  (0229)  $75

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NO. 30  WRA “PISTOL PICTURE” LABELED BOX - .32 SMITH AND WESSON CENTER FIRE CARTRIDGES, ca 1880:  This box bears the very collectable “Pistol Picture” dark green label, which features an image of the Smith and Wesson Pistol.  The top label is complete and legible, showing very little wear and no damage.  Inside the box lid is an additional label instructing the use of Winchester primers in reloading these cartridges.  This empty box has been opened, but it is complete and strong, with the orange paper sealing band completely around the sides and ends of the box bearing additional printed caliber information.  The sealing band has been reinforced with clear tape at some time in the past, but the tape is not discolored nor does it detract from the box or the side labels.   A popular cartridge for the early single shot gallery and target rifles made by Remington, Winchester and Stevens, as well as Colt, Smith and Wesson and a number of other popular handguns.  This early box with the cartridge picture label will make a nice addition to your collection.  (0929)  $45  

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NO. 31 WRA GREEN LABEL BOX - SMITH AND WESSON .32 CALIBER PISTOL CARTRIDGE  - ONE OF THE HISTORICALLY INTERESTING "RIFLE CARTRIDGE" BOXES SO LABELED TO AVOID STATE REGULATIONS AND TAXES:  This very collectable Winchester Ammunition cartridge box with the desirable green label for fifty cartridges of .32 S&W Pistol ammunition, but labeled as "RIFLE CARTRIDGES".  This subterfuge was carried out by Winchester, and apparently other ammunition manufacturers, in order to circumvent special taxes and increased regulations that some states - predominantly those in the Southeastern U.S. - levied on pistol ammunition. 

This box has been opened and is empty, but the label is full form and legible, the box is intact and strong, and the orange wrapper label is present and complete on all four sides.  The reloading instruction label is also present on the interior of the lid.  The box was opened by slitting the wrapper on one end and both sides, leaving the wrapper on one end intact. 

This box would be an interesting addition to a Winchester cartridge collection or to display with your Smith and Wesson pistol.   SOLD  

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NO. 32  WRA “PISTOL PICTURE” LABELED BOX - .38 SMITH AND WESSON CENTER FIRE CARTRIDGES:  This box bears the very collectable “Pistol Picture” green label, featuring an image of the Smith and Wesson Pistol.  The top label is complete and legible, showing very little wear and no damage.  Inside the box lid is an additional label instructing the use of Winchester primers in reloading these cartridges.   

This box has been opened, but it is complete and strong, with the orange paper sealing band completely around the sides and ends of the box bearing additional printed caliber information.  There are eleven (11) original cartridges with the box, held in place by a nicely cut block of oak to support the shape of the cartridge box. 

This was a very popular cartridge for the revolvers made by Smith and Wesson as well as other popular handguns of the period, and this early box with the cartridge picture label will make a nice addition to your collection.  (C-200)  $45   

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NO. 33  WRA “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABELED BOX - .38 SMITH AND WESSON SPECIAL CARTRIDGES:  This box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” orange “Smokeless Cartridge” label.  The box has been opened, but is complete with all fifty original Winchester headstamped cartridges.   

The top label is complete and legible, showing some shelf wear.  Both of the end labels are complete and fully legible with some minor wear along the bottom edges.  The box is very solid, retaining its shape with sharp edges, and no disfiguring or crushing.    

This is a very nice box for one of the classic pistol cartridges.  SOLD

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NO. 34  WRA “1932” SERIES LABEL BOX - .44 SMITH AND WESSON SPECIAL CARTRIDGES:  This box is full with all fifty of the original Winchester  headstamped cartridges.  The box graphics are overall bright and clean with minor wear to two of the corners only on one side.  The other side is probably as close to “like new” as you’re going to find in this style of box.  Both end flaps are intact and the internal box is solid.  This is a very nice box for one of the classic pistol cartridges.  (0726)  $150 

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NO. 35  WRA “1932” SERIES LABEL BOX - .38  AUTOMATIC COLT CARTRIDGES:  This box is full with all fifty of the original Winchester  headstamped cartridges.  The box graphics are overall excellent - bright and clean - with only very minor wear to the edges of the ends of the box.  This box is probably as close to “like new” as you’re going to find in this style.  Both end flaps are intact and the internal box is solid.  This is a very nice box for one of the classic pistol cartridges.  SOLD

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NO. 36  WRA “1946” SERIES LABEL BOX - .44 SMITH AND WESSON RUSSIAN CARTRIDGES:  This box is full with all fifty of the original Winchester  headstamped cartridges.  The box graphics are overall very good - bright and clean - with only very minor scuffing to the corners at the ends of the box.  Both end flaps are intact and the  internal box is solid.  This is a very nice complete box.  (0727)  $150   

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NO. 37  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - ..22 SAVAGE HIGH POWER CARTRIDGE –– LIGHT BROWN LABEL - SMOKELESS:  One of the earlier “SMOKELESS” loads, this empty box bears the light brown label and the label includes the statement that the .22 High Power cartridges it held were loaded for the Savage Rifles.     

The two piece box has been carefully opened, and the front label is still present and is 98% intact.  The top label is intact and the text is complete and legible.  The end labels show some wear but are still present and legible.  The empty box holds its shape, but the bottom of the box shows some aging.    

One of the more unusual cartridges in this series of boxes, in spite of being empty, this is a decent specimen that will display well.  (0737)  $30

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NO. 38  WRA “1946” SERIES LABEL BOX - .45-70 CARTRIDGES:  This box is full with 19 original Winchester  headstamped cartridges and one fired cartridge case.  The box graphics are overall very good - bright and clean - with some minor shelf wear.  Both end flaps are present, with some loss to one flap, and the internal box is solid.  A nice displayable box.  SOLD

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NO. 39  WRA .45-70 HIGH PRESSURE PROOF CARTRIDGES – FULL BOX:  This box is full with the 20 original Winchester  headstamped HIGH PRESSURE PROOF cartridges.  In addition to the warning band wrapped around the box, the cartridge bases are painted red as are the bullets, and the cartridge cases are nickel plated.   The box graphics are overall excellent - bright and clean - with little wear.  There is an old collection inventory mark on one of the side panels “27-A”, but otherwise the box is in excellent condition with both end flaps present, and the internal box is solid. 

NOTE:  THIS BOX OF HIGH PRESSURE PROOF CARTRIDGES IS BEING SOLD ONLY AS A COLLECTOR’S PIECE AND THE PURCHASER IS STRONGLY ADVISED NOT TO SHOOT THESE CARTRIDGES.   

This is an interesting, unusual load and a good conversation piece.  (0731)  $65   

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NO. 40  WRA  “CARTRIDGE PICTURE” LABEL - .40-72 CARTRIDGE –– LIGHT BROWN LABEL FOR THE MODEL 1895 RIFLE:  This box bears the very collectable “Cartridge Picture” label in light brown and was loaded for the Model 1895 Winchester Rifle.     

This is the bottom half only of a two piece box – the box lid is missing.   The front label is still present and is 90% intact, and the end labels are present, but worn.  In spite of the obvious signs of wear and aging, the box is still very solid and retains its shape, and all of the cartridge dividers are present.      

A box that has seen its better days, but it is still worth saving due to the fairly scarce caliber and the Model 1895 Rifle reference on the label.  (0738)  $20

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NO. 41  WESTERN SUPER X 12 GA. SHOTSHELL BOX:  This empty box is full form with no missing or damaged panels.  Bright colors and fully legible graphics with only minor shelf wear.  (0521)  $15

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NO. 42  WRA NOVEMBER 1897 PRICE LIST/CATALOG FOR LOADED AND EMPTY PAPER SHOT SHELLS - 1964 REPRINT:  Measuring 6" by 3.5", this is a 1964 reprint of the 1897 Winchester Repeating Arms Company Price List for Loaded and Empty Paper Shot Shells.  This fifteen page pamphlet is in excellent, like new condition with no damage or edge wear, and appears to be a faithful reproduction of the original price list.  The pages are filled with cartridge specifications, load options, brand names, and of course, the prices.  This is a great piece of Winchester memorabilia as well as a valuable research and reference tool.   I have no idea how many of these were reprinted in 1964, but given the passage of time, I doubt that many survive.   (0781)  $30

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NO. 43   WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS COMPANY .32 “PROTECTOR” CENTER FIRE CARTRIDGES FOR THE MINNEAPOLIS FIREARMS COMPANY PALM PISTOL – FULL BOX – EXCELLENT SPECIMEN OF A VERY RARE  BOX :  A pre-1900 black powder loading for the Minneapolis Firearms Company Palm Protector Pistol, this very rare full box was manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co., and bears the “PROTECTOR” call out on the label.  All fifty original cartridges also bear the word “PROTECTOR” on the headstamp.       

The box was opened by carefully cutting through the bottom edge of both end labels in the seam between the lid and bottom of the box.  By opening the box in this manner, the labels on the end panels were not defaced.  The top and end labels are complete and legible, showing only very minor wear and still retaining the bright label coloring.  The box is very solid with no open seams and the box retains its shape with sharp corners and edges, and no disfiguring or crushing. 

With a very short production of the Protector Pistols, from 1891 through 1892, and relatively low numbers manufactured, the demand for the ammunition was commensurately limited and surviving full boxes are quite rare, making this offering a scarce opportunity to add this cartridge box to your collection.  SOLD

 
 

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