(under the class definition) Process or apparatus peculiarly adapted for shaping a metallic case for fixed ammunition.
(1) Note. "Fixed ammunition" comprises an assembly including a projectile and propellant.
(2) Note. The "casing" of this subclass may be referred to as a "shell" or as a "hull".
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
72, Metal Deforming,
253.1+, for deforming by extruding, particularly subclasses 264+ for the forming of a hollow product and subclasses 343+ for push-drawing to form a cup or shell.
86, Ammunition and Explosive-Charge Making, for shaping metallic cases of fixed ammunition in forming ammunition therewith.
102, Ammunition and Explosives, 464+, for cartridge cases.
413, Sheet Metal Container Making, for making a container of metal involving plural distinct metal working operations, generally.
