Original American Revolution 18 Pounder Naval Cannon Bar Shot British Militaria hollow steel tube which runs

hollow steel tube which runs lengthwise through the center of the bomb

Steel-cased M2 dummy cartridges marked FA 4 (Frankford Arsenal 1944)

graduated for the

There is also a bit of the "Lion" logo above the markings visible

This example was actually made using a BRITISH TRADE back-action percussion lock mechanism marked ATKINSON / WARRANTED on the lock plate

Original American Revolution 18 Pounder Naval Cannon Bar Shot British Militaria hollow steel tube which runsOriginal Item: Only One Available. Recently acquired from a prominent American collection, the is a fantastic example of a genuine American Revolution Era 18 Pounder Naval Cannon Bar Shot Projectile. The solid iron projectile measures 12 inches long with two 5 inch cylindrical ends. Bar shot were employed to destroy an enemy ships masts and rigging. It was designed to tumble and cause maximum damage, thus disabling the enemy. This example was