{"product_id":"9mm-inert-british-1942-hn-royal-ordnance-factory-hirwaun-s-wales-2","title":"9mm INERT British 1942 HN - Royal Ordnance Factory, Hirwaun, S.Wales","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e9mm INERT British 1942 HN\u003c\/strong\u003e round is a fascinating piece of World War II history, produced by the Royal Ordnance Factory in Hirwaun, South Wales. Known by its \"HN\" headstamp, this 9mm Parabellum cartridge was manufactured in 1943, during the height of the war, when British factories operated at full capacity to supply the Allied forces with critical ammunition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeactivated for safety, this inert round contains no live primer, propellant, or explosive materials, making it a safe and valuable item for collectors, historians, and educators. It retains its original casing, bullet, and headstamp markings, offering an authentic glimpse into wartime ammunition production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9mm Parabellum cartridge was a standard issue for British forces, compatible with weapons such as the Sten submachine gun and Browning Hi-Power pistol. The Hirwaun factory, strategically located in South Wales, played a vital role in the wartime supply chain, producing ammunition under strict quality controls to support the war effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis inert round is more than a collectible; it is a tangible link to the resilience and ingenuity of Britain during World War II. Its historical significance, craftsmanship, and rarity make it a prized addition to any collection of military memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Tommies Militaria and Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57056564183415,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9263\/6991\/files\/IMG_4716_d6c02362-bc0e-43ee-a862-b558c76f2bef.jpg?v=1777470989","url":"https:\/\/tommies-militaria-and-collectables.myshopify.com\/products\/9mm-inert-british-1942-hn-royal-ordnance-factory-hirwaun-s-wales-2","provider":"Tom \u0026 Jerrys Militaria and Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}