Cannonball question

Will M · 4th April 2019, 01:18 AM

the bronze plug would not spark while inserting it. Should be hollow for a charge.
Pre 1800 British cannon balls have a broad arrow mark deeply in them.

CSinTX · 4th April 2019, 04:29 AM

Might try asking here- https://www.go2gbo.com/forums/88-bla...artillery.html

fernando · 4th April 2019, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Will M

the bronze plug would not spark while inserting it. Should be hollow for a charge...

But Will ... it this is definitely a solid shot, confirmed by its weight and all, how does it feature a plug ?

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4th April 2019, 01:18 AM	#1
Will M Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: In the wee woods north of Napanee Ontario Posts: 395	the bronze plug would not spark while inserting it. Should be hollow for a charge. Pre 1800 British cannon balls have a broad arrow mark deeply in them.

4th April 2019, 04:29 AM	#2
CSinTX Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 233	Might try asking here- https://www.go2gbo.com/forums/88-bla...artillery.html