Need help identifying

[Fedorka4]

Hey guys I'm new to the forum this is my first post of probably many. I was out detecting a local park an ran across this. Was wondering if you guys could help me identify what I have. It looks to me like a bullet. Any info you guys could give me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

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[Tedyoh]

A bullet it is.

 

[Freemindedclark]

Yes a bullet

 

[jewelerguy]

8mm rifle bullet. looks like it's been there 40 or 50 years

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

Not sure what weight measurements you have there but I am guessing - if found in the United States - it is likely a 0.32 caliber from, perhaps, a .32-40 cartridge.

 

[CRUSADER]

Isn't that a henry-martini bullet?

 

[4x4x4]

....Perfect 1st post !
Welcome from Southern California and happy hunting.

 

[BosnMate]

Isn't that a henry-martini bullet?

The henry-martini bullet is a .577 caliber, while the one pictured is closer to .32 caliber. I tend to agree with Charlie, in US it's probably a .32-40.

 

[BosnMate]

8mm rifle bullet. looks like it's been there 40 or 50 years

Right measurement, but being all lead, no copper jacket, I tend to agree with Charlie, .32-40, which is a very old American cartridge.

 

[Fedorka4]

Thanks everyone for all the posts! It's amazing how much knowledge you guys have. I'm not only new to the forum but also new to metal detecting. I haven't found much yet but I'll tell you I'm already hooked. Thanks again guys.

 

[sutphin]

NICE FIND AND WELCOME NEW MEMBER.