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jjmitchell60
I have an unopened/unsealed box of 276 pedersen ammo and a box with 19 once fired brass in it. I need a value on it and best place to sell it. Does anyone know how to contact Teak? I know he could help me. I appreciate ANY info.
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  • heavyiron
    Hi,

    There were many different variations of 276 Pedersen (instead of Pederson) ammunition fabricated at Frankford Arsenal. This is the same J. D. Pedersen who invented the Pedersen device for the 1903 Springfield rifle. Some types were very common, others were not. More information such as headstamp, unfired case dimensions, bullet dimensions/description, box information, and box/cartridge condition is needed before anyone can estimate a value.

    The 276 was in research and development for over a decade. In that time, the case type and dimensions were changed experimentally to optimize performance so there are numerous unique cases. The 276 was the viable cartridge of choice for the M1 Garand until General Douglas MacArthur put and end to it, stating the minimum bore size for US rifles was 30 caliber.

    An unopened box is usually of more value than an opened box and a box containing all origninal unfired cartriedges is of more value than once fired empties. Please attach a photo.

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    Best wishes,

    Heavyiron
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  • jjmitchell60
    The top box on the left as you look at your picture is exactly what I have. Box is in excellent condition and unopened (have since shrink wrapped it. The box with the 19 fired cases are the same as well. What would teh rough value be on that 276 Pedersen? The ones I have have the same lot number, same IMR 25 powder on the box, and the red stripe. I appreciate the info. I also need to edit, that is what I get for not proof reading my original post!!!
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  • heavyiron
    Hi,

    If the box is exactly like the box on the top left of the photo, they have the FB-9892 (the F stands for Frankford Arsenal and the B indicates an 11x17" drawing size)case and the PC-50 bullet. Some of the earlier Pedersen case drawings were preceded by a P to designate Pedersen. The cartridge should bear a F A 29 or possibly an F A 27 headstamp. All Pedersen cartridges had headstamps for odd years and not even number years. Headstamps are therefore, not an indication of their date of manufacture.

    Lot 23 is one of the most common types of 276 Pedersen. Lot 21 is also a common issue and used the PD-42 case and PC-50 bullet. Both used the larger brass .30 caliber primer for use in the M1 Garand.

    These are a good find for a collector and would probably be a welcome addition to numerous collections. Value is in the vicinity of $50.00 for a very good, unopened box, maybe higher if someone really wants it.

    Surplus quantities of of these rounds were released for sale by the Director of Civilian Marksmanship (DCM) or CMP as some people will recognize, which is why they are commonly encountered. Lots 21 and 23 were not the ultra-rare variety of 276, but none-the-less are very collectible.

    Places to sell include Gunbroker, the other evil auction website (which will be edited out if I mention it), a third party auction house (which will also be edited out) or a fourth party private sale (not me). If you want the name of a third party or a potential fourth private sale, please email and I will forward because I don't make endorsements.

    Nice specimen.

    Heavyiron
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