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45- 70-480 PEABODY 2.2"
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IMPERIAL SPORTING .45 UP TO .499"
45- 70-480 PEABODY 2.2"
45 · 1 headstamp · 1 scan
| Calibre | 45 |
| In the cabinet | IMPERIAL SPORTING .45 UP TO .499" · 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
This is the bottom specimen from Hoyem 4 p.71. This cartridge was made by the Providence Tool Company from Providence, Rhode Island and was based on the British Martini Henry cartridge but with the shoulder pushed back and a longer neck. The Martini case was considered over capacity for the 85gr. charge and this cartridge was an attempt to modify the design. The rifle for this cartridge has not been identified.
Provenance
2014Catalogued in the collection
2023Record last revised · 2023-05-11
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