France - Assault - Cannon
Authentic small ship carronade circa 1780 - 1850. 30mm small caliber piece used at the time of the collision to sweep the enemy bridge. On its original wooden structure with metal frame and chain at its end for ease of transport on deck. Weight: 6200 grams, length 40 cm, width 15 cm. With his iron ball. The inside of the barrel has a casting of lead, which makes it unfit for fire. Beautiful piece not found, and totally atypical. Comes from a family of sailors from Rochefort-Sur-Mer. Periods: Revolution, 1st Empire, Second Empire. iron ball is only for photo and is not included With his iron ball.
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Authentic small ship carronade circa 1780 - 1850. 30mm small caliber piece used at the time of the collision to sweep the enemy bridge. On its original wooden structure with metal frame and chain at its end for ease of transport on deck. Weight: 6200 grams, length 40 cm, width 15 cm. With his iron ball. The inside of the barrel has a casting of lead, which makes it unfit for fire. Beautiful piece not found, and totally atypical. Comes from a family of sailors from Rochefort-Sur-Mer. Periods: Revolution, 1st Empire, Second Empire. iron ball is only for photo and is not included With his iron ball.