Antique 38-40 Ammo

Winchester Brand

Circa 1885

This is an OPENED, antique 38-40 ammo box with a full compliment of original cartridges. It is a first issue, central fire, Winchester Brand box with “center fire” noted on the side labels.  This, indicating a later version of the earliest 1880’s boxes.

It’s in fair to good overall condition, showing the early “old time” graphics and a picture of a cartridge on the end of the box. The top green label shows a few rubs and edge wear.  However, it is fully readable. The box shows repaired seam splits to the top and bottom.  Also, remnants of cellophane tap on the corners.

The inside, right end, cardboard piece is missing (unseen with the lid on) and two cartridges show different primers. About 95% of the red side wrap is still intact.  Also, the reloading label on the inside of the lid is very good and fully readable. The cartridges are un-touched and in very good condition.

A good display box for a reasonable price.

Covered with plastic wrap for protection.

Clarks Antiques – Antique 38-40 Ammo – Price $425.00

Item #1719

This pairs well with our Winchester 1873 Rifle 38 Caliber

**We have another identical box of this ammo, item #1873.  In overall excellent condition for $800.00.  Contact us for more information and photos if you are interested.

* Can’t ship antique or modern ammo to California, Hawaii, and Alaska