Description
1880s .40-60 Winchester Cartridges – First Type – Full & Original
Offered here is an authentic box of 1880s Winchester .40-60 centerfire cartridges, first type, in full and original condition. This caliber was developed in 1879 specifically for the Winchester Model 1876 lever-action rifle, offering shooters a powerful yet manageable cartridge for hunting and frontier use.
The box remains complete with all original cartridges, making it an outstanding example of early Winchester ammunition packaging. Each cartridge retains its correct 1880s production characteristics, and the set has not been altered or replaced, preserving its full authenticity.
Collectors will appreciate the rarity of finding a first-type .40-60 Winchester box that is both intact and fully loaded. These cartridges represent a significant period in firearms development, reflecting Winchester’s innovation during the height of the American West.
Keywords: Winchester .40-60 cartridges, 1876 Winchester ammo, antique Winchester ammunition, 19th century cartridges, first type Winchester box.
