9mm Bullet Casings for Crafts
Twenty empty 9mm shell casings – the 9x19mm Parabellum, the most common pistol round in the world. Each 9mm shell casing is about 19mm long with a base just under 10mm across, small enough for earrings and pendants but solid enough to drill and glue.
They are once-fired brass, collected and cleaned. The headstamps are mixed, so a pack will usually contain several makers – useful if you want variety, or if you like reading where each case came from.
Working With 9mm Brass
- Cleaning further: the casings arrive clean. For a brighter shine, polish with a brass cleaner or tumble them in walnut or corn media.
- Hanging: the primer pocket at the base is the natural place for a small eye pin or jump ring – drill carefully with a small bit.
- Gluing: lightly scuff the area first, and use a two-part epoxy for anything that will be handled.
- Cutting: a fine-tooth saw or rotary tool will cut the case to length for rings, beads or inlays.
- Protecting the colour: brass darkens over time. A clear lacquer keeps the gold tone; resin seals it completely.
Condition
These are used 9mm brass cases – spent, once-fired and collected after shooting – not new components. Expect firing-pin marks on the base, small dents and scratches, and occasionally a split at the mouth. For most craft work that adds character; if you need perfect, uniform pieces, these are not the right choice.
Brass or Nickel?
This pack is plain brass with a warm gold tone. For a bright silver finish, see the nickel-plated 9mm casings. Other craft casings: .22 rimfire casings (pack of 100) and 10mm casings. Prefer them finished? Our 9mm bullet push pins and 9mm bullet keyring are made from the same calibre.
9mm Bullet Casings for Creative Projects & Crafts
FAQ
Q: How many casings are in a pack? 20 empty 9mm brass casings.
Q: Can I use them for reloading? They are sold for crafts and display. They are once-fired with mixed headstamps and may have dents or splits, so they are not sorted or checked for reloading.
Q: Are they safe and legal to own? Yes. They are empty, fired cases with no powder and no live primer, and legal to own in the UK without a licence. Always check with your airline before travelling abroad with this item.
Q: Are they real or replica? Real – genuine once-fired 9x19mm brass casings.
Q: Are these empty bullet casings? Yes – they are empty 9mm casings. Every 9mm casing has been fired, so there is no bullet, powder or live primer.
Q: Can I drill them? Yes. Clamp the casing, use a small bit and go slowly. The primer pocket at the base is the easiest place to start.
Q: Can I buy more than one pack? Yes – add as many packs as you need. For larger quantities of 9mm cases, get in touch.
Q: Will they all match? No – headstamps and finish vary from casing to casing. That mix is part of their appeal for many crafters.
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