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WTB 40-65 ammo from 1890.
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Big Larry
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January 29, 2017 - 9:30 pm
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Again, Wanted to Buy. Need a sealed box of 40-65 ammo, preferably Winchester, to go with my M1886 shipped in 1890. Thanks, Big Larry

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Were the boxes really sealed at this time? I have a box in bad condition but there is no seal to be seen.

 

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Steff, I recently acquired a fairly nice 1890 vintage M1886 in 40-65 and would love to have that box of ammo. Is it for sale? Thanks, Big Larry

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January 30, 2017 - 6:11 pm
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Hi Larry,

i’m here in Germany and fear that the transport and the import into the USA exceeds the value.

 

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Oh boy. What do you suppose the costs would be?     Thanks, Big Larry

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You don’t find a regular company like UPS or DHL who ship live ammo international. I think you have to hire a company to transport dangerous goods. 

 

My advice would be: just wait a little bit and watch all online auctions. Sooner or later you will get a box which is much better than mine. You can also ask at http://www.rtgammo.com/.

 

Steff

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January 30, 2017 - 10:27 pm
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I have had many dealings with Ray. He is very much a gentleman. I will ask him about the ammo. Thanks, Big Larry

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Steff is right, not worth the cost and hassle.

I just went through it last fall, not again!!

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January 31, 2017 - 5:03 am
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Big Larry,

Did you see this box for sale at RTG?

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deerhunter said
Big Larry,

Did you see this box for sale at RTG?

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I did not see that. It must have just been posted. A little pricey and later than I would like, but I think I will get it anyway. Just sent mail to Ray. Thank you very much for the tip.      Big Larry

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You’re very welcome.  This is the first Winchester box of 40-65’s I’ve seen for sale for quite some time.  Ward’s February Auction starts tomorrow–I would check there as well once they have the auction up and running.  

Don

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This is a earlyer one. It’s identical to the 40-65 WCF but for the M Company 🙂

 

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This is a earlyer one. It’s identical to the 40-65 WCF but for the M Company 🙂

 

Steff  

Wow, thank you Sir. I did buy the above RTG box. Thanks all.    Big Larry

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