Bronze cannon breech?

Shakethetrees · 30th July 2014, 04:25 AM

Gentlemen:

Some time back I picked this item up at an estate sale. The bore is roughly 2 inches in diameter. I included a ruler in the photo to give an overall idea of the scale. The bottom was filled with lead a long time ago up past the vent, which has been spiked by what appears to be a large headed iron nail!

It just reeks with character, and I have no intentions whatsoever to do anything to it.

My guess is that it is either French or Spanish, circa 17th century, but I defer to you guys, as my experience with firearms of this early period is limited!

Any info or ideas as to its point of origin and age would be appreciated.

30th July 2014, 04:25 AM	#1
Shakethetrees Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Louisiana Posts: 363	Bronze cannon breech? Gentlemen: Some time back I picked this item up at an estate sale. The bore is roughly 2 inches in diameter. I included a ruler in the photo to give an overall idea of the scale. The bottom was filled with lead a long time ago up past the vent, which has been spiked by what appears to be a large headed iron nail! It just reeks with character, and I have no intentions whatsoever to do anything to it. My guess is that it is either French or Spanish, circa 17th century, but I defer to you guys, as my experience with firearms of this early period is limited! Any info or ideas as to its point of origin and age would be appreciated. Attached Images