Guns International #: 103085550
Seller's Inventory #: 50434

Category - Ammo - American Collectible - Ammo - Shotshells

Category
Ammo - American Collectible
Ammo - Shotshells

Scarce F. Draper & Co. Civil War Patent Date Percussion 12 Gauge Brass Shotshells

Description:
This is a F. Draper & Co. patented shotgun shell that had a unique knurled rim which unscrews to allow for reloading with a percussion cap. They were patented by William H. Wills of Boston, MA and produced by F. Draper & Company of East Cambridge, Connecticut. The flat brass base is marked "F. D. & Co." / "Patented Nov 29 1864". In very good to near excellent condition the 12 gauge brass shell measures just under 2 ½ inches with a pleasant aged patina. The rim shows some tool marks and does not unscrew under normal force. Included is a second brass cartridge that is missing the base but clearly shows the inner workings and will make an excellent companion piece to show how the cartridge functioned. Examples of a Civil War Patented brass shotgun shells that will add to any cartridge collection and would be great to display with an antique shotgun.


Price: $175.00