Wanted: Reloadable Canadian War Dated .303 Brass

[rob love]

Originally Posted by kajn65

Hi Rob,

I was pretty lucky to get that particular type of round for that price. The dealer I bought it from only had the one available and wanted to get rid of it pretty quick. He was more interested in collecting RCMP related equipment, firearms, etc.

Just to make sure we're talking about the same type of round. The one round that I have has a chrome plated case that is indented on opposite sides and is painted red in the recess. Where the primer is suppose to be, it is also painted red. The bullet is a copper-coated FMJ. I assume its a Service Issue Mk7 Bullet. I'd give the head stamp info but I'm at work and the round is purposefully left there. Ammo of any type is frowned upon to bring to work (I work for an airline.). Is this the same type of round that you have?

I'm looking for 10-15 rounds if possible. I'd like to have ten rounds in Charger Clips and a few loose for display purposes. Just let me know how much per round you're asking.

Thanks.

Rgs...

Keyan

I will have those small quantities available, no problem. The round you describe is what I have, chrome cases with red flutes, and nothing in the primer pocket. I charge $2 a piece along with appropriate shipping.

[kajn65]

Hi Rob,

Sorry for being so late in getting back in touch with you. It's be very hectic around here to say the least.

Between purchasing a full British Walnut Stock-Set Restoration Kit for my No.4Mk1 Rifle (currently trying to make arrangements with one of our members-an armourer in the Canadian Forces who works on the Canadian Rangers' .303's-to install my new stock on my rifle), work, dealing with a dead PC; and doing a display at an annual Model and Hobby Show with my Re-Enactment Unit ... I've been a very busy lad lately.

Would you reconfirm (send me a PM and/or email me-both addresses-if you like) the Head Stamp information on your WW2 Chrome Plated .303 British Drill Rounds? Are they made by Royal Labratories (stamped "R L" with a British Broad-arrow mark between the two letters) and are also stamped "VI*"; and have a copper plated FMJ bullet in their cases? (See my previous posts about the description of my single drill round.)

Once that is done, I'll be in touch with you again to confirm my order size.

Thanks again for helping a new collector/re-enactor out.

Rgs...Keyan (kajn65)