• RIO blue 12ga empty shotgun hulls, arranged for crafting display
  • Group of once-fired RIO blue 12ga shotgun cartridges standing upright for crafting and art projects
  • Five RIO blue 12ga empty shotgun shell casings aligned in a row on a textured surface
  • Short video showing a rotating collection of blue RIO 12 gauge empty shotgun shell casings for crafting
  • Close up of a single blue RIO 12ga spent shotgun hull with gold-colored brass base
  • Two used RIO blue 12ga shotgun casings ruler for measurement.
  • Close up view of three RIO blue 12ga spent shotgun brass bases showing inert headstamp details
  • Macro shot of RIO blue 12ga spent shotgun hull brass primer bases displaying headstamp markings
  • Group of five blue RIO 12ga empty shotgun cartridges spent with gold brass bases arranged for crafting
  • Five blue RIO 12ga empty shotgun casings lined up vertically 6 star crimp for display as crafting materials
  • Pile of once-fired blue RIO 12ga empty shotgun hulls for crafting projects
  • Bulk used blue RIO 12ga shotgun shells packaged in a padded shipping mailer for safe delivery
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RIO Blue 12 Gauge Empty Shotgun Shells — Gold Bottom Hulls | Qty 100

RIO Blue 12 Gauge Empty Shotgun Shells — Gold Bottom Hulls | Qty 100

$59.95 USD
$59.95 USD
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Gold Bottom Finish — A Different Look From Our Silver Bottom Version

Real, once-fired RIO 12 gauge shells with a bright blue hull and gold-colored bottom — a different finish from our silver bottom version. Each hull is individually inspected for significant dents, dings, rust, and scratches.

Quick Specs

  • Quantity: 100
  • Color: Blue
  • Shipping: FREE
  • Manufacturer: RIO
  • Gauge: 12GA
  • Bottom: Gold-colored
  • Case Length: 2 3/4"

FAQs

Q: Genuine once-fired shells, or something reproduced? A: 100% real — genuine once-fired RIO hulls, never a cast or molded copy.

Q: Will these arrive fully clean and ready to use? A: Yes — each shell is wiped clean of dust and debris before shipping, ready to go for most projects right out of the package.

Q: Is the primer removed, or still in the hull? A: Intact — the spent primer remains in place, fully inert, and cannot be fired.

Q: Will headstamps and primers match across the whole order? A: They may vary slightly since these are genuine once-fired hulls from mixed lots, not new manufacture.

Q: When will my order ship? A: Most orders ship within 1-2 business days.

Popular Uses

As a versatile craft and display component, these hulls work well for:

  • Bullet Jewelry: earrings, necklaces, and keychains.
  • Steampunk & Mixed-Media Art: a bold blue accent for layered projects.
  • Collector & Display Pieces: a striking blue tone for any collection.
  • Patriotic Flags & Wreaths: a bold blue component for seasonal shell wreaths and flag wall art.
  • Bulk Craft & Resale: a durable, industrial-look component at bulk pricing.

Browse our full 12 gauge collection for more colors and quantities.

Safety Compliance Notice: This shell is 100% inert and spent — no gunpowder, no live primer, 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/craft component made from a genuine once-fired RIO 12 gauge hull. 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.

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Product Classification: All items offered on this site are spent, inert brass and shell components sourced from genuine once-fired ammunition. They contain no gunpowder, no propellant, and no live primer, and cannot be loaded, fired, or reassembled into live ammunition. These items are not classified or sold as ammunition, firearms, or firearm components, and are intended solely for craft, display, decorative, jewelry design, and novelty use.
⚠️ California Proposition 65 Warning: This product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.