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1918 Remington .45 ammo box repairs


Singlebill
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Hello all!

I am new to this forum and love it. These are my first posts so thanks in advance for your patience. I have searched for quite a while for a box of .45 ACP ammo in half moon clips to complete a grouping to go with my uncle's 1917 Colt New Service revolver. What few that were out there for sale were well outside of my price range. Recently I purchased a beat up example that was missing an end flap, had a torn, crumbling label and lid, missing one clip (three rounds) but it was within my budget. I decided to make it a little more presentable.

 

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I first removed the ammo, and laid the box out flat to reattach the label

 

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Using acid free glue I reattached the label, reattached the lid with filmoplast P archival tape, and then reglued the box. While drying, the box was held in place with some binder clips and drawer mending hardware I had on hand.

 

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The finished product still looks "battle worn" but is a bit more recognizeable!

 

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That is nicely done!

 

Sometimes these old boxes need repairs. I have repaired a few also, if absolutely needed.

 

-Steve

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