Extremely Rare 1800s Brass Multi-Caliber Bullet Mold – 20+ Cavity Round Ball Gunsmith Tool – Antique Black Powder Era

Rare 1840–1880 Multi-Caliber Brass Bullet Mold • 20+ Graduated Round Ball Cavities • Antique Gunsmith Tool Description: Offering an exceptionally rare and historically significant mid-19th-century multi-caliber bullet mold, crafted entirely of heavy brass with a full-length hinge and a complete series of graduated round-ball cavities. This tool dates to approximately 1840–1880, during the black powder, muzzleloading, and percussion-cap era. This piece is far more advanced than typical antique molds. While most molds of the period feature only one or two cavities, this rare example contains over twenty precision-machined round-ball cavities, each marked with stamped gauge numbers. This allowed a frontier gunsmith or reloader to cast multiple calibers of lead balls for pistols, derringers, early revolvers, rifles, and smoothbore muskets using a single tool. Key Features: • Authentic 1840–1880 black-powder era construction • Solid brass, not iron — rare and highly collectible • 20+ graduated round-ball cavities • Clear stamped gauge numbers (13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 visible) • Fully intact hinge and functional design • Excellent patina with age-appropriate wear • Professional-grade gunsmith’s shop tool • Perfect for display, investment, or advanced collection This mold likely belonged to a traveling gunsmith, trapper, or frontier marksman who needed the ability to cast ammunition for multiple firearms. These multi-caliber molds were produced in very small numbers and are rarely found intact today. Condition: Shows desirable patina and wear consistent with 150–180 years of age. Cavities remain crisp, hinge is solid, and the tool opens and closes as expected. No cleaning or polishing has been done to preserve collector value. Historical Significance: This comes from a transitional period in American firearms history, before the rise of metallic cartridges. It represents the craftsmanship of the black-powder era and would be an exceptional addition to any: • Antique firearms collection • Civil War–period display • Frontier or mountain-man reenactment kit • Gunsmithing tool collection • Museum exhibit • Investment-grade antique arms portfolio Pricing: Comparable multi-cavity brass molds at Rock Island Auction and Morphy Auctions regularly bring $350–$500+, depending on condition and cavity count. This is a high-grade example. Ships securely and insured. Serious collectors only. Extremely Rare 1800s Brass Multi-Caliber Bullet Mold – 20+ Cavity Round Ball Gunsmith Tool – Antique Black Powder Era Offered to advanced collectors: An exceptionally rare mid-19th century multi-caliber bullet mold, crafted entirely of brass with a full hinge and a long series of graduated round-ball cavities. This professional gunsmith’s tool dates to approximately 1840–1880, during the black powder, muzzle-loading, and percussion-cap era. Unlike standard molds with only 1–2 cavities, this scarce example features over twenty different round-ball sizes, each individually marked with stamped gauge numbers (13–21 visible). These molds were used by frontier gunsmiths, trappers, reloading stations, and early marksmen to cast precise lead balls for pistols, derringers, revolvers, smoothbores, and rifles. Features: • Solid brass construction • Multi-caliber / graduated round ball cavities • Dozens of cavity sizes • Stamped diameter gauge numbers • Fully intact hinge • Excellent patina and historical wear • Authentic 1800s black powder reloading tool • Suitable for museums, collectors, or period displays These professional-grade molds are extremely difficult to find today, especially in complete, functional condition. This piece displays beautifully and represents an important part of early American firearms history. Pick up near Federal Way Costco

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Type

➡️ Pre–Civil War (1840s–1860s) ➡️ Civil War period (1861–1865)

Original Or Reproduction

Antique original