This vintage Eley .22LR Pistol High Velocity 40gr rimfire ammunition, manufactured in Birmingham, England, by IMI (Imperial Metal Industries) during the late 1970s. This item features the iconic “Blue and Black Dot” geometric packaging design highly sought after by cartridge collectors. The end flap retains the clear historic batch stamp PT 610, and the individual casings feature the classic Eley “E” headstamp on the base. A perfect addition for any vintage ordnance display or rimfire collection.
The light blue box features 12 black dots as an identifier.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Eley / IMI (Imperial Metal Industries)
- Origin: Birmingham, England
- Calibre: .22 Long Rifle (.22LR) 40gr
- Load: High Velocity
- Era: Late 1970s (Circa 1977–1979)
- Batch Code: PT 610
- Headstamp: Classic “E” inside an inner circle
