Cartridge head stamp TZZ 85 | Pistol Smith Forum

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FortyFive

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Discussion Starter · #1 · Jul 31, 2001

Can anyone tell me about this .45 head stamp? Where is it from who mfg it etc. Thanks.

Jim Watson

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#2 · Jul 31, 2001

IMI
Israel Military Industries, also makers of commercial Samson. Good quality, I treat it just like WW and WCC.

Houston1944

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#3 · Aug 1, 2001

Be aware this brass has crimped primer pockets. You will need to swage the pocket to remove the crimp.

Houston1944

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#4 · Aug 1, 2001

Be aware this brass has crimped primer pockets. You will need to swage the pocket to remove the crimp.

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#5 · Aug 4, 2001

85 is date of manufacture, 1985.

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