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Original Excellent Condition INERT 8x60/56Rmm Kropatschek – ‘96’ Headstamped Cartridge for Display
Original Excellent Condition INERT 8x60/56Rmm Kropatschek – ‘96’ Headstamped Cartridge for Display
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Product Description
The Original INERT 8x60/56Rmm Kropatschek Cartridge is a rare and highly collectible piece of military history, featuring a ‘96’ headstamp that indicates its production year. This non-functional round is in excellent condition and serves as an important artifact from the late 19th century, ideal for display, historical study, and firearm function testing.
The 8x60/56Rmm Kropatschek was a rimmed rifle cartridge designed for use in Portuguese and French Kropatschek rifles, which were widely adopted in the late 1800s. The Kropatschek system, originally developed by the Austrian gunsmith Alfred Kropatschek, was an early form of tube-fed repeating rifle, used by Portugal and France in their military arsenals. This cartridge played a crucial role in the transition from single-shot to magazine-fed rifles, influencing later rifle designs.
This inert version of the 8x60/56Rmm Kropatschek retains its original brass casing and seated projectile, but it contains no gunpowder and has a deactivated primer, ensuring it is completely safe for handling. Some variations may include drilled holes or color-coded primers to clearly indicate their inert status.
Ideal for collectors, museums, and historical firearm enthusiasts, the INERT 8x60/56Rmm Kropatschek Cartridge with a ‘96’ headstamp is a valuable addition to any antique ammunition collection. Its craftsmanship, historical significance, and excellent condition make it a sought-after piece for those passionate about 19th-century military weaponry.