This is an authentic, highly collectible box of vintage Eley .22LR Match rimfire ammunition from the late 1970s IMI production era. Widely revered in the shooting community as the classic “Eley Black Box,” this product line represents premium, match-grade target cartridges second only to Tenex. The box features the iconic all-black geometric packaging design from this era, complete with the original cardboard insert tray. Featuring standard 40-grain solid lead projectiles and the classic “E” headstamp on the brass base, this box is a mandatory addition for any comprehensive vintage rimfire or British ordnance display.
- Manufacturer: Eley / IMI (Imperial Metal Industries)
- Origin: Birmingham, England
- Calibre: .22 Long Rifle (.22LR)
- Grade: Match (Premium Competition Grade)
- Load: Subsonic / Target Velocity (approx. 1,040–1,085 fps)
- Bullet Weight: 40 Grain
- Bullet Type: Solid Lead Round Nose (LRN)
- Era: Late 1970s (Classic Cardboard Packaging)
