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Henry Mero
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March 27, 2026 - 3:57 pm
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What model is the 45-85 cartridge for?

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March 27, 2026 - 4:06 pm
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I think I just answered My own question, mod. 1886

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If it says 45-85 WCF it is for the 1886.  45-90 length.  But if it just says 45-85 it is shorter, 45-70 length, and for the Marlin, Ballard and Colt.  

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March 27, 2026 - 8:07 pm
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Yes Chuck; it is 45-90 length.  A fella just dropped off a box ,(app. 50 lbs.), of old ammo, Winchester, Sharps, Peabody,Bullard, Marlin, and whole bunch of odd ball stuff that I don’t recognize.

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March 27, 2026 - 10:29 pm
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I’m looking for a nice Sharps box in 45 1/10.  Basically a 45-70 with thinner rims.  

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March 27, 2026 - 10:56 pm
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I’m just busy packing for the Calgary show, so I’ll go thru this stuff when I get home in a week or so.

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Henry, you know me, I’m not in a hurry.  Collecting is a long term issue. 

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