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A00702 - Rarity 10 Experimental Read shell

Item Number: A00702

Item Title: Rarity 10 Experimental Read shell

Price: $599

Shipping: Not included

Provenance: US/CS

Type: Experimental Read Blind Shell

Size: 3.67in

Sabot: Wrought iron sleeve

Fuse: Solid iron pin in nose

Book:
Dickey and George (1993 Edition) Page 277

Location Recovered: Fortress Monroe test range

Description:Read patented this projectile on Nov. 27, 1857. It was experimental and has 6 holes in the base that were designed to expand the wrought iron sleeve upon firing.


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