Ammo head stamp?

January 25, 2013 07:06

Hi, I have some 5.56 ammo with a head stamp with a circle with a + inside them it is stamped LC 12. Anybody know what this is?

Thanks

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3 comments

charliemeyer007

January 25, 2013 07:12
I think the circle + is the NATO approved loading marking and my guess is it Lake City 2012 production.
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Cheechako

January 25, 2013 07:30
As Charlie said, the (+) is the NATO mark indicating the cartridge was manufactured to NATO standards. But, be wary. Some non-NATO countries will put that mark on their headstamp as a selling point. The ammo may, or may not meet NATO standards. Google the list of all NATO countries if you have any doubt.
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Riomouse911

January 25, 2013 10:30
there are so many variations and brands, it does get confusing. Try www.cartridgecollectors.org , it is a great site that can help you answer most, if not all, of your headstamp questions.
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