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2nd August 2014, 12:02 PM
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I don't think it is a breech block from a breech loading cannon.
Breech blocks don't have/need reinforcing rings and the mouth of the block must be conical/tapering to to obtain a good seal. I believe it is a thunder mug, but probably a early one 17th, 18thC . see large picture. best, Jasper Last edited by cornelistromp; 2nd August 2014 at 12:28 PM. |
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2nd August 2014, 07:24 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Portugal
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Geat input and examples, Jasper.
After all, i wasn't that wrong 
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4th August 2014, 02:30 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Louisiana
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Michael,
I will try to get some larger photos for you, but it may be a while before I can set up, as I'm still involved in moving! |
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6th August 2014, 10:29 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Louisiana
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Michael,
Good luck, and our thoughts are with you in your recent troubles. I hope everything is resolved quickly and that ultimately some functionary snaps out of this insanity and listens to common sense! |
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