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11 X 50R GRAS SCOLAIRE
11 X 50R · 1 headstamp · 1 scan
| Calibre | 11 X 50R |
| In the cabinet | EUROPEAN SPORTING 11mm UPWARDS · 2 images |
Reading the headstamp
12 o'clockMaker's name or factory code
6 o'clockCalibre or year of manufacture
CentrePrimer — Berdan or Boxer, and any seal colour
Research notes
The Gras Scolaire was introduced around 1876 and remained in production until 1920. It was intended for civilian use at the ""Battalions Scolaire"" - the French School Battalions (Cadets). The rifles were miniaturised versions of the Gras service reifles. The case is based on a shortened 11x59R French Gras case with a round ball as the projectile.
The cartridge has a reduced charge for use as a training round and was produced by SFM from reject Gras cases with the headstamp removed.
Provenance
2014Catalogued in the collection
2023Record last revised · 2023-09-16
Same drawer
