[csa_1981]

Hello all,

I am trying to identify a headstamp on some recently purchased ammo. All it has on it is 88 over 30-06. Around the rim of the primer pocket, there is what looks to be orange wax. Anyone know what I got and what quality the brass is?

Thanks!

 

[Bonehead]

try this site: http://cartridgecollectors.org/30-06intro/

 

[kkkriverrats]

88

Western Cartridge Co (Olin) East Alton, ILLINOIS

 

[Mouse]

Hello all,

I am trying to identify a headstamp on some recently purchased ammo. All it has on it is 88 over 30-06. Around the rim of the primer pocket, there is what looks to be orange wax. Anyone know what I got and what quality the brass is?

Thanks!

Try this....
About Ammunition Headstamp Code: 88

Internal ID Code: 105
Ammunition Country of Origin
USA
About the Ammunition Manufacturer
Western Cartridge Company (Olin), East Alton, IL
References
Various, Other References such as the IAA Journal, ECRA, Box Labels, etc.; and cartridgecollectors.org

 

[GUNRUNNER5150]

correct me if im wrong, but isnt olin also known as winchester? for some reason thats popping in to my head.

 

[csa_1981]

Technically you are right. Basically, Olin owns the winchester name as far as ammunition is concerned, just like US repeating srms used to own the rights to the winchester name for firearms. I could be wrong though.