{"title":"French Military Ammunition \u0026 Inert Cartridges","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eExplore our collection of original French military ammunition, inert cartridges, drill rounds, and historic ordnance spanning the late 19th century through to the Cold War era. This specialist category includes iconic French calibres such as 8mm Lebel, 7.5×54 MAS, 7.62 NATO French service ammunition, artillery training rounds, and other rare military cartridges used by the French Army and colonial forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eMany items feature original headstamps, dated cases, tracer variants, drill rounds, and uncommon manufacturers, making them highly desirable to collectors, historians, reenactors, and militaria enthusiasts. From WWI Lebel rounds to post-war MAS rifle ammunition, each piece offers a tangible connection to French military history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eAll ammunition listed is inert\/deactivated and sold strictly for display and collecting purposes only. Whether you are building a reference collection, studying military headstamps, or searching for rare French ordnance examples, this collection contains carefully selected original items with strong historical interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eNew stock is added regularly, including scarce dated rounds, charger clips, links, and specialist variants rarely seen on the collector market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1492\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"french-7-5mm-mas-modele-49-56-inert-brass-cartridge","title":"French 7.5mm MAS Modele 49\/56 INERT Brass Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe French 7.5mm MAS Modele 49\/56 INERT Brass Cartridge is a non-functional replica specifically crafted for training, display, and educational use. Modeled after the original 7.5mm military ammunition, it features an authentic brass casing without active components like primer, propellant, or projectile. This inert cartridge replicates the size and weight of its live counterpart, providing a realistic and safe alternative for handling exercises, historical collections, and demonstrations. Ideal for military enthusiasts, collectors, and reenactors, the French 7.5mm MAS Modele 49\/56 INERT Brass Cartridge preserves the historical accuracy and tactile experience of genuine ammunition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tommies Militaria and Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44342825386303,"sku":"","price":2.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9263\/6991\/files\/IMG_0025.jpg?v=1720446983"},{"product_id":"french-7-5mm-mas-modele-49-56-5-round-stripper-clip","title":"French 7.5mm MAS Modele 49\/56 5 Round  Stripper Clip","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe French 7.5mm MAS Modele 49\/56 5 Round Stripper Clip is a precision-made accessory designed for the efficient loading of 7.5mm MAS ammunition into the MAS 49\/56 rifle. Constructed from durable materials, this stripper clip holds up to five rounds, ensuring quick and reliable reloading in the field. Its robust design and perfect fit facilitate seamless ammunition handling, making it an essential tool for military reenactors, collectors, and enthusiasts. The clip's historical authenticity and functionality provide an authentic shooting experience, preserving the legacy of the iconic French MAS 49\/56 rifle while enhancing practical usability and convenience\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tommies Militaria and Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44355605889343,"sku":"","price":2.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9263\/6991\/files\/IMG_0026.jpg?v=1720447334"},{"product_id":"french-ww1-37x95-shell-case-for-the-french-37mm-model-1885-cannon","title":"French WW1 37x95 Shell Case for the French 37mm Model 1885 cannon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe French WW1 T37x95 shell case for the French 37mm Model 1885 cannon (\"37-85\") is a notable artifact of early 20th-century military ammunition. Measuring 37mm in mouth diameter and 95mm in length, it was manufactured in January 1917 at the Parc d'Artillerie de Paris, as indicated by the \"PD.Ps\" stamp. This brass case not only represents the precision engineering and logistical organization of French artillery during World War I but also serves as a tangible link to the era's technological advancements and the strategic role of artillery in warfare on the Western Front\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tommies Militaria and Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49380124000575,"sku":null,"price":84.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9263\/6991\/files\/IMG_9875.jpg?v=1719928126"},{"product_id":"wwii-french-25mm-cannon-shell-headstamp-36-mr-hotchkiss-anti-tank-round","title":"WWII French 25mm Cannon Shell – Headstamp “36 MR” | Hotchkiss Anti-Tank Round","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"390\"\u003einert WWII French 25mm cannon shell\u003c\/strong\u003e, marked with the headstamp \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e“36 MR”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fine example of the ammunition used in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"541\"\u003e25 mm Hotchkiss modèle 1934 and modèle 1937 anti-tank guns\u003c\/strong\u003e—the primary armour-defeating weapons of the French Army in the years leading up to 1940. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e“36”\u003c\/strong\u003e marking confirms production in \u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e1936\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"703\"\u003e“MR”\u003c\/strong\u003e manufacturer code correctly identifies \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eManufacture de Machines du Haut-Rhin (Manurhin)\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eMulhouse-Bourtzwiller, France\u003c\/strong\u003e, a major French producer of small-arms ammunition and cannon rounds prior to the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eManurhin ammunition is highly regarded by collectors for its quality and for its direct association with France’s urgent re-armament efforts before the outbreak of hostilities. These 25 mm rounds were designed to penetrate early armoured vehicles and were issued broadly to infantry, motorised units, and fortress troops. Though later overshadowed by larger calibres, the 25 mm Hotchkiss gun was valued for its accuracy, reliability, and ease of deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eThis shell has been fully \u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003einert\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no explosive components, making it safe for handling and display. With its clear headstamp and well-preserved case, it is an excellent addition for collectors of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eFrench WWII ordnance, anti-tank weapons, Hotchkiss systems, or early-war artillery ammunition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tommies Militaria and Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56209124229495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9263\/6991\/files\/IMG_13202_d10d7b90-529e-437a-9f11-7a8d3c48869e.jpg?v=1763575126"},{"product_id":"inert-french-8mm-lebel-lm-le-mans-1940-cartridge-collectible-round","title":"INERT French 8mm Lebel \"LM\" Le Mans 1940 Cartridge – Collectible  Round","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-zuahu-79elbk h-full dark:bg-gray-800\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-zuahu-1n7m0yu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col items-center text-sm dark:bg-gray-800\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-100 group bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base gap-4 md:gap-6 m-auto md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-2xl xl:max-w-3xl p-4 md:py-6 flex lg:px-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eINERT French 8mm Lebel \"LM\" Le Mans 1940 Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e is a non-functional, collectible replica of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"430\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e8mm Lebel\u003c\/strong\u003e cartridge used in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eFrench military\u003c\/strong\u003e during \u003cstrong data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eWorld War I and II\u003c\/strong\u003e. Manufactured in \u003cstrong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"528\"\u003e1940\u003c\/strong\u003e at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"547\"\u003eLe Mans\u003c\/strong\u003e factory, this inert round is a significant piece of military history, representing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eFrench Army’s standard infantry cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e of the early 20th century. This round is ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"797\"\u003ehistorical displays, firearm function testing, and collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e interested in vintage military ammunition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eIntroduced in \u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e1886\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e8mm Lebel\u003c\/strong\u003e was the first \u003cstrong data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"920\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003esmokeless powder\u003c\/strong\u003e cartridge used in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"962\"\u003ebolt-action rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eLebel Model 1886\u003c\/strong\u003e, and was a revolutionary step forward in military firearms technology. 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This superb display piece combines genuine post-war French ammunition with one of the most iconic feed systems ever used in military history, associated with the renowned \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHotchkiss M1914 machine gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eEach cartridge is an authentic \u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"757\"\u003e1948 production round\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering excellent collector interest as later manufacture of the historic Lebel calibre. The 8×50mmR Lebel cartridge was famously introduced in the late 19th century and remained in military service for decades due to its proven reliability and continued use in reserve stocks and colonial service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eAll rounds in this set have been professionally rendered inert and are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eoil injected\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping preserve the internals while ensuring they remain safe collectible display items. 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