Eley London 12 Gauge Brass Cartridge
The "ELEY London Gastight 12 Gauge Brass"
A vintage Eley London12-gauge brass cartridge, of interest as an example of historic British ammunition manufacture.
The cartridge features a reusable brass case and Eley London Gastight markings. Brass shotgun cases were produced for sporting and other applications
Brass was used for 12-gauge cartridge cases because it offered several practical advantages, particularly before paper shotgun cases became dominant.
Durability - Moisture Resistant - Reliable Extraction - Long Storage life - Black Powder
Condition Report
Excellent | |
Brass | Excellent |
Primer | Live |
Overall | Excellent |
Top Card | Primed case |
Cartridge Specifics
Maker | Eley |
Brand / Line | "London Gastight" |
Gauge | 12 Gauge |
Type | Brass Cartridge, paper lined |
Load | Primed case |
Case | Brass |
Headstamp | Eley London Gastight 12 |
Era | 1895 to 1919 |
Origin | British made |
Top card | none |
