Opening A 42 Year Old Crate of 7.62x51

Published on January 14, 2021
Duration: 9:56

This video details the unboxing of a 42-year-old crate of Austrian 7.62x51 NATO ammunition, manufactured in April 1979. The contents, including 800 rounds packed in bandoliers on stripper clips within steel ammo cans, were found to be in factory-new condition due to excellent preservation. The host highlights this surplus as a cost-effective alternative to modern ammunition, offering significant value.

Quick Summary

This video unboxes a 42-year-old crate of Austrian 7.62x51 NATO ammunition from April 1979. The 800 rounds, preserved in steel cans, were found in factory-new condition on stripper clips and bandoliers, offering excellent value compared to modern ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 42-Year-Old 7.62x51 Crate
  2. 00:48Crate Details & 1979 Austrian Manufacturing
  3. 02:34Unboxing the Vintage Wooden Crate
  4. 04:17Ammo Can Inspection: Bandoliers & Stripper Clips
  5. 06:15Technical Review: Factory New Condition & Value

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the manufacturing date of the 7.62x51mm ammunition shown?

The 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition featured in the video was manufactured on April 1, 1979, making it 42 years old at the time of the unboxing.

How was the 800 rounds of 7.62x51mm ammunition packaged?

The ammunition was found packed in cloth bandoliers, organized on 5-round stripper clips. Each steel ammo can contained 8 bandoliers, totaling 400 rounds per can.

What is the condition of the 42-year-old 7.62x51mm surplus ammunition?

Despite its age, the ammunition, including the brass casings and bullets, was inspected and found to be in 'factory new' condition, with sealed and crimped primers.

Is this vintage 7.62x51mm surplus ammunition a good value?

Yes, at approximately $500 for 800 rounds, the host suggests this 1979 Austrian surplus offers better value compared to many modern 5.56mm loads currently available on the market.

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