Bertram 577 Snider Brass

Bertram 577 Snider Brass

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Description

Quick Facts

ManufacturerBertram
Cartridge.577 Snider
Alternate designation14.7×51mm Snider / C.I.P. 577 Sld. Snider
ProductNew, unprimed brass cartridge cases
Case typeRimmed, substantially straight case
Primary firearm associationSnider-Enfield rifles and carbines
Country of manufactureAustralia
U.S. distributorDesert Tech Munitions

Important: This listing is for new, unprimed brass cartridge cases only. It is not loaded ammunition and contains no primer, powder, or projectile.

Why Choose Bertram .577 Snider Brass?

  • New-production brass for a historic or obsolete cartridge
  • Manufactured by Bertram in Australia
  • Provides an alternative to scarce, aged, or altered original cases
  • Imported and supported in the United States by Desert Tech Munitions

Cartridge History

The .577 Snider cartridge is associated with Snider-Enfield rifles and carbines, including British conversions of Pattern 1853 Enfield muzzle-loading rifles to Jacob Snider's breech-loading system.

Royal Armouries collection records identify Snider-Enfield arms as chambered for the .577 Snider, also described as 14.7×51 mm. C.I.P. maintains a current dimensional and pressure table under the designation 577 Sld. Snider.

Historical Firearms

  • Snider-Enfield Pattern I, Mk. II, and Mk. III rifles
  • Snider artillery and cavalry carbines
  • Commercial and contract Snider-pattern rifles specifically chambered for .577 Snider

Compatibility warning: Similar rifle models and similar cartridge names do not establish interchangeability. Verify the precise chambering marked or measured on the firearm.

Collector Notes

The Snider system represents Britain's early transition from muzzle-loading service rifles to metallic-cartridge breechloaders. Original rifles vary greatly in condition and configuration; proof status, bore, lockup, and chamber must be evaluated before firing.

Product and Reference Specifications

ManufacturerBertram
ConditionNew
PrimedNo
MaterialCartridge brass
ReloadableYes, subject to inspection and correct loading practices
C.I.P. designation577 Sld. Snider
Maximum case length50.80 mm / 2.000 in
Maximum cartridge length62.74 mm / 2.470 in
C.I.P. reference projectile diameter14.58 mm / .574 in
Maximum rim diameter19.05 mm / .750 in
C.I.P. maximum average pressure1500 bar
Country of manufactureAustralia
U.S. distributorDesert Tech Munitions

Historical and reference dimensions do not replace inspection of the actual component, chamber, dies, or firearm.

Case Preparation Before Loading

  • Inspect every case before use
  • Check the mouth, body, primer pocket, and flash hole
  • Size, expand, chamfer, deburr, and measure as appropriate
  • Confirm chambering and loading-tool compatibility before assembling ammunition
  • Use reputable published information appropriate to the exact cartridge and firearm

Antique-firearm note: Age, modification history, proof status, metallurgy, and mechanical condition vary. Have an unfamiliar or historic firearm inspected by a qualified gunsmith before firing.

Availability & Production

Bertram manufactures many historic and obsolete cartridge cases in scheduled production runs rather than continuously. Desert Tech Munitions maintains U.S. inventory when available and offers dealer and OEM programs to qualified buyers.

Still Shooting Today

Newly manufactured brass allows properly inspected historic rifles to remain functional range and collecting pieces rather than relying on increasingly scarce original ammunition.

Why Buy from Desert Tech Munitions?

  • Authorized U.S. Bertram distributor
  • U.S. inventory and domestic shipping when available
  • Direct working relationship with Bertram
  • Knowledgeable support for rare and obsolete cartridge brass
  • Dealer and OEM programs for qualified buyers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this loaded ammunition?

No. This listing is for new, unprimed brass cartridge cases only.

Can this brass be reloaded?

Yes. Case life depends on chamber dimensions, loading pressure, preparation, sizing practices, and inspection between loadings.

Should new cases be sized before loading?

Inspect every case. Sizing or expanding may be appropriate to establish correct shape and neck tension for the specific chamber and loading tools.

Why is this brass produced intermittently?

Demand for obsolete cartridges is specialized, so production is normally scheduled in batches rather than maintained continuously.

Is the .577 Snider listed by C.I.P.?

Yes. C.I.P. publishes the 577 Sld. Snider cartridge and chamber table.

Will it fit every Snider-pattern firearm?

No. Verify that the firearm is actually chambered for .577 Snider and have its mechanical condition evaluated before use.