{"product_id":"blue-blank-empty-shotgun-shells-boutonnieres","title":"Blue Blank Empty Shotgun Shells 12 Gauge Hulls DIY Boutonniere Wedding Crafts | 8 Pcs | FREE SHIPPING","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"50\" width=\"108\" alt=\"Free Shipping\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0315\/7934\/0844\/files\/free-shipping-banner-png-8-transparent_480x480.png?v=1581546986\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Once-Fired Hulls — Unmarked, Ready for Boutonnieres\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are genuine once-fired blue shotgun shells with gold-colored bottoms, individually hand-polished with no markings on the hulls — ideal for boutonnieres, lapels, and rustic wedding decor. Approximate color match: Pantone 308 C, Hex #00587C. There may be some normal wear or marks from the firing process. \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping on every order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a rifle-brass alternative for boutonnieres? See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/products\/308-win-flared-opening-brass-shells\" title=\"Flared 308 Brass Shells for Boutonnieres\"\u003eflared .308 brass shells\u003c\/a\u003e, also great for wedding and lapel pin projects. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/collections\/diy-boutonnieres-rustic-wedding-decor\" title=\"DIY Boutonnieres Collection\"\u003eDIY Boutonnieres \u0026amp; Wedding Decor collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold; width: 35%;\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e12GA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003eBlue (Pantone 308 C), gold-colored bottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these authentic once-fired 12 gauge shells?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — genuine once-fired shells, not a molded or machined replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these shells empty and inert?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — completely inert, with no propellant and no live primer. The seated primer is spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan these be used for wedding boutonnieres and craft projects?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — their 12 gauge size and open hull design make them a popular base for boutonnieres, lapels, and rustic wedding decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat exact shade of blue is this?\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately Pantone 308 C (Hex #00587C) — a deep teal-blue tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill all shells be the same manufacturer?\u003c\/b\u003e No — manufacturer varies by batch since these are sourced from mixed lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePopular Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-position: outside; padding-left: 1.5em; margin-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY Boutonnieres:\u003c\/strong\u003e a clean, unmarked base for lapels and wedding decor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRustic Wedding Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e centerpieces and place card holders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Jewelry Making:\u003c\/strong\u003e a versatile base for mixed-media projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85em;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety Compliance Notice:\u003c\/b\u003e This item is 100% inert and spent — no gunpowder, no live primers, no combustible materials. It's a craft and display item only; it cannot be fired or converted into live ammunition, and it's not a sterile container or intended for food service. Contains small parts that are a choking hazard; keep away from small children. Colors may vary by monitor or lighting — additional photos on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85em;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Classification:\u003c\/b\u003e This item is a spent, inert brass and shell component recovered from genuine once-fired 12 gauge ammunition. It contains no gunpowder, no propellant, or live primer, and cannot be loaded, fired, or converted into live ammunition. It is not classified or sold as ammunition, a firearm, or a firearm component — intended for craft, display, and decorative use only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Craft Supplies Depot LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45892552720606,"sku":"Fed12GAPnkBlank","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0315\/7934\/0844\/files\/FullSizeRender_3eca6b12-911e-491d-8621-e21e7dd29ca6.heic?v=1726512172","url":"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/products\/blue-blank-empty-shotgun-shells-boutonnieres","provider":"Craft Supplies Depot LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}