Using old ammo….

[SWIFFY]

So I have several boxes of old ammo my grandpa had. This stuff is fine to shoot through an old shotgun at upland game isn’t it? I don’t think it’s really worth anything? It’s not rusted or corroded nor has it been exposed to moisture. I have an older SxS shotgun that Im going to use for pheasants and I think these will be fine.

Any suggestions or would you say I should I just start bangin’?

 

[Mortenson]

I'd probably wait at least another 25 years. Jk I think you're safe to start bangin' those girls.

 

[Native Hunter]

Hey Swiffy, check out the link below for what old shotshell boxes might sell for as collector items on Ebay.

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I would not be afraid to shoot the shells, however, there could be the possibility of a dud. The worst case scenario is that you could get a dud and end up with a wad lodged in your barrel without knowing it. Then on the next shot you could split the barrel. I would recommend shooting them but just check your barrel before shooting again if something doesn't sound right. FWIW, I've shot old shotshells that old before with no issues. Good luck.

 

[SWIFFY]

I didnt think you could sell ammo on ebay??? Im going to look into that.

Thanks guys!

Edit- Ahhh yes its just the empty boxes. Well I will shoot the shells and save the boxes then!

 

[bigboreblr]

Don't let paypal know...... Was selling my old gun parts on ebay, then they said I had a policy violation and Gradded $800 that was in my account.

Shot plenty of old mauser rounds, no problems.

They're worth some money, not a crasy amount. PRobably get $35-50 for them is my guess. I'd keep a box, sell the rest. Not much of that old stuff around.

Goex powder used to make their stuff in metal tins not too long ago. I see the empties are going for what I paid for them at a gun show not too long ago.

 

[S.T.Fanatic]

The box is worth more than the ammo. Shoot the shells and keep or sell the boxes.

 

[Foggy47]

I've still got some shot shells (and rifle rounds) from the 1940's. Never had a dud. Gave most of them away now as I do not own that gauge. 16 Gauge.