HXP Ammunition Collection – Greek Powder and Cartridge Co., Athens

This collection features ammunition produced by HXP – Greek Powder and Cartridge Co., based in Athens, Greece, one of Greece’s principal small-arms ammunition manufacturers during the 20th century. HXP supplied a variety of calibres, including .303 British, 7.62mm, and other military and training rounds for domestic use and export. The cartridges in this collection bear the distinctive HXP headstamp, showcasing the company’s production standards and characteristic Greek ordnance features. Collectors and historians will appreciate the variations in dates, case materials, and load types, which reflect the evolution of Greek ammunition manufacturing over time. Ideal for study, reference, or display, these HXP-marked rounds provide valuable insight into Greece’s military history and industrial contribution to small-arms ammunition. This collection forms a distinctive and historically significant component of any serious ammunition or militaria collection.