Hornady .45-70 Govt Bullet Keyring | Reclaimed Cartridge

From the Trapdoor Springfield to the Lever Action

The US Army adopted the .45-70 Government in 1873 for the Springfield “Trapdoor” rifle. The name describes the original load: .45 calibre and 70 grains of black powder. It served the army through the Indian Wars until smokeless rounds took over in the 1890s.

Unlike most service cartridges of its age, the .45-70 never went away. It is still loaded today and is a favourite in lever-action rifles for big game, where a heavy, slow bullet does the work.

The Keyring

This one is made from once-fired Hornady .45-70 Govt brass, resized to full length and fitted with an exposed lead-tip bullet – the look of the classic hunting load. A steel swivel pin through the primer pocket lets it turn freely on your keys. At about 65 mm it is a chunky round with plenty of weight.

Other Big Rounds

• .50 BMG keyring – the largest round we make into a keyring
• .338 Lapua Magnum round – the long-range sniper cartridge
• .44 Magnum keyring – the big revolver round

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FAQ

Q: What does .45-70 mean? The original 1873 load: a .45 calibre bullet over 70 grains of black powder.

Q: Is it a real round? Yes – genuine once-fired Hornady .45-70 Government brass with a seated lead-tip bullet. Not a replica.

Q: Is the lead tip safe to handle? Yes for normal handling. As with any lead item, wash your hands before eating, and keep it away from small children.

Q: Is it safe to carry? Yes. It contains no powder and no live primer, and is legal to own and carry in the UK without a licence. Always check with your airline before travelling abroad with this item.

Q: How is it attached? With a steel swivel pin through the primer pocket, so it turns freely.

Q: How big is it? About 65 mm long – see the Additional information tab for full specifications.