Antique Union Cap & Chemical Co. Maltese Cross Brass Primer Tin 250 No. 2 -EMPTY

Description: If You're a Veteran, Active Duty Military or Service Member's Family - Thank You! ITEM DESCRIPTION:(Please note that this tin is empty) Up for sale is an antique brass primer tin made by The Union Cap & Chemical Company! This desirable 2-piece tin is embossed with a Maltese cross on the lid. These were manufactured starting in 1905 by Franklin W. Olin (founder of Western Cartridge Co.) in response to an attempt by the AMA to force Western out of business by refusing to supply them with components to manufacture ammunition. The AMA (Ammunition Manufacturers Association) was a monopoly formed by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co., the Union Metallic Cartridge Company, and the United States Cartridge Company. Their bid to put Olin and his Western Cartridge Company out of business failed, and the rest is history. This small brass tin represents Olin's refusal to be bullied, his drive to succeed, and his business acumen. His middle finger response to the AMA was, "If you won't sell me the components to manufacture ammunition, then I'll produce them myself." I like his attitude.. Please note that all of my auction items are subject to sale elsewhere if no bids have been placed, so if you are interested in this tin you should place a bid now to prevent it from being sold and removed from eBay. See my other listings for more antique tins, cartridge boxes, gun parts, vintage sporting goods, and other great stuff I'll be listing!! Shipping & Other Details:FREE domestic shipping via economy ground services. Expedited shipping and insurance available at cost. Please ask any questions you may have before bidding and I would be glad to answer them. Gale River Traders has been selling for more than 25 years on eBay with a stellar satisfaction rating, so bid with confidence!

Price: 27.5 USD

Location: Dover, New Hampshire

End Time: 2024-11-14T03:49:01.000Z

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