#36 • Antique Belgian 6.35mm (.25 Auto) Pistol Cartridges

Part of Antique Ammunition Online Auction (timed auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $7.00

Status: Sold

Complete two-piece box of 25 rounds of antique Belgian-made 6.35mm (.25 Auto) pistol cartridges, housed in a charming small square two-piece cardboard box bearing the distinctive black and yellow label marked "6.35 / 25 Auto" and "Made in Belgium" on the reverse. The 6.35mm Browning cartridge was developed by John Browning in 1906 and became enormously popular throughout Europe for small pocket pistols during the early 20th century, with Belgian manufacturers such as FN Herstal leading production. The two-piece box shows heavy age-related wear throughout, with significant surface oxidation giving the cardboard a deep rusty orange tone, corner crushing, and partial separation along the seam, though the label graphics remain legible. The 25 rounds inside display brass casings with round-nose full metal jacket projectiles showing natural dark oxidation and age-appropriate toning, with the brass bases exhibiting light verdigris and patina consistent with their considerable age. A wonderfully complete and scarce example of early 20th century European pistol ammunition packaging.