{"product_id":"weighted-50-bmg-paperweight","title":"Weighted .50 BMG Paperweight — Hand-Polished Display Round","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0315\/7934\/0844\/files\/free-shipping-banner-png-8-transparent_480x480.png?v=1581546986\" alt=\"Free U.S. shipping\" width=\"108\" height=\"50\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWeighted .50 BMG Paperweight and Desk Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from a real recovered, once-fired .50 BMG casing and a real new projectile, this substantial paperweight is hand washed, polished, internally weighted and permanently assembled for display use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach finished piece weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e172 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e—about the weight of a standard smartphone—giving it a solid, noticeably heavier feel than an ordinary inert display round. Use it as a desk paperweight, collection piece, shooting-club award, office display or engraved commemorative item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a different .50 BMG style? See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/products\/50-caliber-bmg-hand-polished-fired-brass-casings-empty-brass-shells-used-spent-bullet-casings-ammo-cleaned-polished-qty-4-pcs-free-shipping\" title=\"Polished .50 BMG casing without projectile\"\u003epolished casing without a projectile\u003c\/a\u003e, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/products\/50-cal-bmg-dummy-round\" title=\".50 BMG Match Grade Hornady A-MAX display round\"\u003eMatch Grade Hornady A-MAX version\u003c\/a\u003e, or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/products\/50-cal-bmg-dummy-round-with-professional-match-grade-bullet\" title=\"Nickel-finish .50 BMG Match Grade display round\"\u003enickel-finish Match Grade round\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne weighted .50 BMG paperweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate finished weight: 172 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal recovered, once-fired brass casing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal fired primer remains intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal new projectile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains no powder or propellant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternally weighted for a solid, substantial feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjectile permanently seated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanently assembled for desk and display use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand washed, cleaned and polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually inspected and hand sorted\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed manufacturer headstamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlank, pre-engraved and custom-engraved options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree U.S. shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot ammunition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot intended for firing, chambering or reloading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubstantial Weight and Solid Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not an ordinary lightweight dummy round. Its proprietary internal weighting produces a firm, solid feel and gives the finished piece enough weight to function as a practical desk paperweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach paperweight is assembled from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA real recovered, once-fired .50 BMG casing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe casing’s original fired primer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA real new projectile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no powder or propellant inside the finished item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndividually Inspected and Hand Finished\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery casing is physically handled and individually inspected. We do not use machine sorting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCases with rust, significant scratches, major dents or other unacceptable damage are removed. Selected casings are then tumbled cleaned and hand polished using our own 3-step finishing process before assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these are authentic recovered cases, manufacturer headstamps and natural brass tones may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay, Desk and Recognition Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis weighted .50 BMG piece works well as a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesk paperweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice or shelf display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShooting-club recognition piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange or competition award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConversation piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommemorative item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-engraved keepsake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProp or decorative display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank — Hand Polished\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Engraved Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom engraving is completed individually. Exact placement and appearance may vary slightly because the engraving is applied to a curved, authentic recovered casing rather than a flat, uniformly manufactured plaque. Contact us before ordering to discuss custom engraving details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePermanently Assembled Inert Display Item\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains \u003cstrong\u003eno powder or propellant\u003c\/strong\u003e. The recovered casing retains its original fired primer, and the real new projectile is permanently seated. Its proprietary internal weighting and assembly create a permanent desk and display item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003enot ammunition\u003c\/strong\u003e and is not intended for firing, chambering or reloading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this live ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It contains no powder or propellant. The recovered casing retains its original fired primer, and the new projectile is permanently seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow heavy is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach finished piece weighs approximately 172 grams, about the weight of a standard smartphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from the standard .50 BMG dummy round?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis version is internally weighted and permanently assembled to create a solid-feeling, functional paperweight. The standard display round is lighter and is not permanently filled in the same way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre the headstamps all the same?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Manufacturer headstamps are mixed unless a particular listing or custom order states otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be custom engraved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Blank, pre-engraved and individually custom-engraved options are available. Contact us to discuss your engraving request.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is an inert, permanently assembled desk and display item. It contains no powder, propellant or live primer. The recovered casing retains its original fired primer. It is not intended for firing, chambering or reloading. Contains small parts and should be kept away from small children. Natural brass tone, manufacturer headstamp and appearance may vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a weighted novelty and display piece made from a genuine recovered, once-fired .50 BMG casing and a real new projectile. It is sold only as a paperweight, decorative display, award, commemorative item or prop—not as ammunition or a reloading component.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EmptyShotGunShells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48531050889438,"sku":"50CALWeightedBrass01","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0315\/7934\/0844\/products\/50-bmg-dummy-rounds.jpg?v=1758148606","url":"https:\/\/emptyshotgunshells.com\/products\/weighted-50-bmg-paperweight","provider":"Craft Supplies Depot LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}