WWII 8×57 German S.m.K. 178gr AP, Copper Washed Steel Case with Stripper Clips (15rd box)

Small lot of Armor Piercing 1939-1940 production German S.m.K. (178gr hardened steel Armor Piercing) with a copper washed steel case. Boxes and ammo in are in great shape.  The cartridges we’ve pulled down and/or shot from this lot have not exhibited internal rust, but it may be present. Hearing powder shake is quick check of cartridge health before use. The steel strippers may have some rust, and an occasional rust spot may be found on the projectiles or cases.

2500fps average from a K98

SDs around 25fps.  Consistent ammunition.

Not for use on AR400/500/550 steel targets if you don’t want holes in them.  Exercise extreme caution when shooting hard targets with hardened core AP ammunition.  

86+ year old surplus ammo, sold as is with no guarantees.  Corrosive primers, act accordingly. Steel case not recommended in Semi-Auto or MGs.  

Box of 15 rounds.

Limited release, 1 box limit per order.

SKU 8x57-SmK-CWS Categories ,

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$29.99

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Description

1940 vintage German S.m.K. with a copper washed steel case and stripper clips.

All ammunition is subject to deterioration over time. Deformed or otherwise suspect rounds should not be fired. Inspect each round prior to firing.

These cartridges are aged surplus military ammunition. This ammunition is NOT newly-manufactured, and is sold STRICTLY IN “AS IS” CONDITION, with no warranty expressed or implied. 

Additional information

Weight 7.5 oz
Dimensions 2 × 1 × 1 in

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