Dark Red Shotgun Shells Burgundy 12 Gauge Empty Hand Polished Brass Casings Spent Cartridge DIY Craft Supplies Boutonnieres Qty 5

Dark Red Burgundy Shotgun Shells — 12 Gauge Empty Hand-Polished Brass Casings, Qty 5

Looking for genuine dark red (burgundy) 12 gauge shotgun shell casings for your next project? These Herter's brand shells are hand-polished and individually inspected for rust, scratches, dents, and dings — a matched set with the same gold-colored head stamps, perfect for DIY shotgun shell boutonnieres. Need a different quantity? Check out the same dark red Herter's shells in 15-piece and 100-piece bulk lots, or browse Herter's Black 12 Gauge Shells for a different finish in the same brand. New to shotgun shell boutonnieres? Our step-by-step boutonniere guide walks through the full process. Browse the full 12 Gauge Shotgun Shells collection for more options.

Key Features

• Genuine Herter's Brand: All shells are the same brand with matching gold-colored head stamps — a true uniform lot, not mixed.
• Individually Hand-Polished: Each casing is hand-polished and inspected for rust, scratches, dents, and dings.
• Excellent Condition: Bulk packed and shipped loose, arriving in excellent, ready-to-use condition.
• 100% Inert & Spent: No propellant and no live primer — completely safe for craft and display use.
• Perfect for Boutonnieres: A popular choice for DIY shotgun shell boutonnieres and other rustic wedding accents.

Quick Specs

Recommended Applications

• DIY Shotgun Shell Boutonnieres: The signature use case for this product — matching brass with a rustic wedding look.
• Rustic Wedding Décor: Pairs naturally with camo, hunting, or country-themed wedding styling.
• Bullet Jewelry & Keychains: A solid base for handmade jewelry and everyday-carry pieces.
• Display & Collector Pieces: An affordable way to add a matched brass lot to a collection or shadow box.

FAQs

Are all 5 shells really the same brand and color? Yes — this is a matched Herter's lot with the same dark red/burgundy color and matching gold-colored head stamps, not a mixed assortment.

Are these safe to handle and ship? Yes. Every casing is spent and inert, with no propellant or live primer, and each is individually inspected for rust, scratches, dents, and dings before shipping.

Will the color be exactly what I see in the photos? We do our best to represent the true color, but shades can vary slightly by monitor, device, or lighting — reach out for extra photos before you order if you'd like to confirm.

Can these be used for a wedding boutonniere? Yes — this is one of our most popular uses for these shells. See our step-by-step boutonniere guide linked above for the full process.

Can I request a different color, gauge, or quantity? Yes — special requests for color, gauge, or quantity are welcome; just reach out before ordering.

Safety Compliance Notice: This shell casing 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.

Product Classification: This item is a spent, inert novelty/display piece made from a genuine once-fired 12 gauge shotgun shell casing, closed and crimped with no shot, powder, or projectile. 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.