The .577 Snider cartridge is a British caliber that was first introduced in the 1860s for use in the Snider-Enfield rifle, a conversion of the Enfield Model 1853 rifle-musket to a breech-loading format. It is a large, rimmed black powder cartridge, characterized by a straight, tapered case. The bullet diameter is approximately 0.577 inches (14.66 mm), and it typically features a lead projectile.
The cartridge was one of the early metallic cartridges adopted by the British Army and saw widespread use from its inception until it began to be phased out in favor of the Martini-Henry rifle and its .450/577 Martini-Henry cartridge in the 1870s. It was used extensively during the colonial wars and was noted for its stopping power.
In civilian use, the .577 Snider was popular for big game hunting in Africa and India due to its large caliber and significant impact. It has a strong historical and collectible interest today, with several reproduction rifles and newly manufactured cartridges available for enthusiasts.
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Lee Collet Necksizing 2-Die Set |
Lee RGB Die Set |
Lee Full-Length Sizing Die Set |
90929 |
Lee Breech Lock Die Set |
Lee Ultimate 4-Die Set |
Lee Loader |
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Full-Length Sizing Die |
91126 |
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Neck Sizing Die |
Undersize Sizing Die |
Charging Die |
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91483 |
Factory Crimp Die |
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Case Length Gauge and Shell Holder |
90493 |
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90998 (Classic Cast Press) |
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Priming Tool Shell Holder |
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91500 (R22) |
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Pro 1000 Shell Plate |
Auto Breech | Pro 4000 Shell Plate |
Six Pack Pro Shell Plate |
Inline Bullet Feed |
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Inline Bullet Feed Die |
Inline Bullet Feed Kit |
Inline Bullet Feed Magazine |
Bullet Casting |
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Classic Bullet Sizing Kit |
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