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  1. 05-13-2025 02:55 AM #28
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bruce_in_Oz View Post
    The initial "spitzer" bullet was about 20 grains lighter and somewhat shorter.

    The original MKVII bullet was 160 grain, but, as we know evolved into the 174 grain but retaining its original nomenclature.

    From the Small Arms Committee meeting minutes 8th December 1909 :
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