Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice U.S. Late 19th Century custom brass Signal cannon, with a barrel reminiscent of the larger fortress guns. While the bore is only about 0.78", these still would give a hearty thump when discharged, perfect for sending short range signals, particularly if used at sea on a small boat. We suspect that this example, after service, was then cleaned and polished, and the original carriage was either replaced, or dressed up quite nicely with all brass fittings, making a lovely display piece for a business, castle, or other location.

This features a 12" brass barrel, with the bore being just over 3/4 inches, and it has the standard touch hole ignition. The Cannon is mounted on its sturdy original carriage with brass wheels and fittings, which are well constructed. There are no markings on the cannon or carriage, so both were most likely custom made at some foundry during the late 19th century. The cannon and carriage together way about 15.4lbs.

At present there is no range or elevation control, and the cannon barrel itself does not have a cascabel at the end where one might be attached. The carriage looks to pretty much only serve decorative purposes, and is not substantially built.

Today these are mostly used to start yacht races, but during the 18th and 19th centuries were a necessary part of Naval Warfare. An extremely attractive example in great shape, ready to put by the fireplace!

Specifications (Barrel):-

Year of Manufacture: late 19th Century
Caliber: 0.78 inches
Ammunition Type: Black Powder
Barrel Length: 12 inches
Width at Trunion: 5 1/4 inches
Ignition: Touch Hole
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded

Specifications (Carriage):-
Overall length: 11 3/4 inches
Width of Carriage Base: 5 1/4 inches
Width at axles: 9 1/4 inches
Wheelbase: 8 7/8 inches
Height: 9 inches

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