Made Special for the RAF 303 Cartridges

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Yesterday was my wedding anniversary, so we both took the day off from work and had a "date". Being old people now, there was no running to Disneyland, no loud nightclub, not even an afternoon burger at the strip club (not that; that ever happens). No, we visited the local Chicken ranch to pick up four flats of golden nuggets, AKA Eggs.

On the drive home, we passed one of the smaller towns. Near an exit, I often take; but more when the boss is not with me. My beloved suddenly said,

"Aren't you going to stop at that gun store?"

It may have been said in a snarky manner, but I can't seem to recall. But I was fast to change lanes and exclaimed with much enthusiasm, "That's a great idea!"

Pulling up to the store, I asked if she would like to go in with me, she declined, stating she had a headache (Hmmm.. reminiscent of pillow talk) and elected to remain in the car whilst I ran into my candy store.

$160.00 in U.S. funds later, I emerged with a 20-round box of PPU 270 Winchester, a 1lb can of IMR 4350, and the best thing!

Something I have never seen before... One box being still sealed in hand.. Oh, the joy.. 48 pieces of joy (I will never see) with an Overall length 3.075 in or 78.11 mm for everyone else in the world. A Box labeled:

M. 1006 48 Cartridges ARMOR PIERCING 303 INCH W. Mk 1 SPECIAL FOR R.A.F

One box was open, and I was able to take a picture of the headstamp, which was a 1939 WI. Because of the price, $65.00 US, I was not able to buy both boxes. so I purchased the unopened box for my collection.

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