A military small & medium caliber ammunition collection

7.62 x 39 mm Egypt

7.62 x 39 mm Ball  Egypt  ٢٧ ٦١ ج ع م profile view.7.62 x 39 mm Ball  Egypt  ٢٧ ٦١ ج ع م head view.

Details

TypeBall
ProjectileFMJ, copper-plated steel
Casesteel, segmented crimp
Primerpercussion, flat, brass, 3-stake crimp
Headstamp ٢٧ ٦١ ج ع م
NotesThe headstamp translates to UAR (United Arab Republic) 27 61. This may actually be a tracer as there appears to be a couple of tiny spots of green paint near the tip.