First, I must sincerely apologize......At the risk of being a flake, I am writing this again. Several years ago, I had decided to sell this cannon I have had for many years. I wrote this forum hoping to get information about the cannon, and how to sell it.
Although folks here were quite helpful, and I received a pretty strong positive response, I ended up getting cold feet. This forum is filled with really wonderful members who have provided additional information to the history of this Cannon.
I guess my cold feet came from the fond memories. A few years have passed. I thought I was old before, but now am older! This cannon sits in my library and has for years. I guess I was not really ready and only thought I was. I sincerely apologize. Lately, the more I have sat and looked at it, the more memories rushed back in, but I realize now it is time for others to make their own memories with this fine little girl!
I want someone else to have the fun and joy I have had owning this relic. Anyone who owns at least one cannon knows that it is indeed a conversation starter. The rush of firing it off, the smell of the powder, the cheers of bystanders, the workmanship, all great memories. It is time for others to safely enjoy! My eyesight is fading fast and I fear my brain is not far behind.
The Cannon:
Now located in Mesa, AZ
$795 (Shipping packing and insurance paid by buyer)
A&K Manufacturing Company of Tucson, AZ.
American Revolutionary Six Pounder Field Cannon Manufactured by A&K, Tucson, Az around 1960.
Years ago, a fellow had sent me some specifications for this very cannon from A&K.
Weight = 17 pounds
Barrel = machines from a solid billet of steel
Overall Length = 26 1/2"
Overall Height = 10 3/4"
Overall Width = 15 1/2"
Carriage is seasoned hardwood
Diameter of wheels (dished) = 10 3/4"
Bore = 5/8"
Maximum Range= 3,500 Yards
Cannon fuse = 1/8"
Barrel Diameter at discharge end = 1.660"
Barrel Diameter at fuse end = 2.00"
Trunion arm diameter is 0.750"
Carriage wood sides are 2' x 3/4"
Carriage width = 4 1/4"
As I mentioned, a about 8 years ago, I was able to track down the "A" part of A&K Manufacturing. He was pretty old. He said they were proud of the "special" grade steel that was used in their cannons. He told me "they had tested it, and ensured that it could not burst with any amount of Black Powder overcharge"
I shot several 5/8 balls and some mini-balls pictured. The cannon was always cleaned. When I purchased the cannon, no "tools" were included.
I will include the pile of .58 cal balls and miniballs, as well as 2 coils of fuse.
Another fellow recently sent me this quote he had found about A&K............
A & K MFG. Co., INC. out of Tucson, AZ made four models: An "American Revolutionary Six Pounder Field Cannon," "Naval Deck Gun," "Dahlgren Gun With Marsilly Carriage," and a "Coehorn Siege Mortar." "All barrels are made fom solid billets of steel. There are no welds, press fits or dangerous castings used in barrel manufacture." I'm copying this stuff out of their brochure, and there's also a picture of a guy of 300+ pounds standing on the field gun with a caption that reads "These Cannons Are Darn Tough!"
If a small steel cup with a brass pointed rod coming out the bottom came with your gun, that's the powder measure and vent prick. For obvious reasons their suggested load for the field gun is 50 gr. FFg........
Although folks here were quite helpful, and I received a pretty strong positive response, I ended up getting cold feet. This forum is filled with really wonderful members who have provided additional information to the history of this Cannon.
I guess my cold feet came from the fond memories. A few years have passed. I thought I was old before, but now am older! This cannon sits in my library and has for years. I guess I was not really ready and only thought I was. I sincerely apologize. Lately, the more I have sat and looked at it, the more memories rushed back in, but I realize now it is time for others to make their own memories with this fine little girl!
I want someone else to have the fun and joy I have had owning this relic. Anyone who owns at least one cannon knows that it is indeed a conversation starter. The rush of firing it off, the smell of the powder, the cheers of bystanders, the workmanship, all great memories. It is time for others to safely enjoy! My eyesight is fading fast and I fear my brain is not far behind.
The Cannon:
Now located in Mesa, AZ
$795 (Shipping packing and insurance paid by buyer)
A&K Manufacturing Company of Tucson, AZ.
American Revolutionary Six Pounder Field Cannon Manufactured by A&K, Tucson, Az around 1960.
Years ago, a fellow had sent me some specifications for this very cannon from A&K.
Weight = 17 pounds
Barrel = machines from a solid billet of steel
Overall Length = 26 1/2"
Overall Height = 10 3/4"
Overall Width = 15 1/2"
Carriage is seasoned hardwood
Diameter of wheels (dished) = 10 3/4"
Bore = 5/8"
Maximum Range= 3,500 Yards
Cannon fuse = 1/8"
Barrel Diameter at discharge end = 1.660"
Barrel Diameter at fuse end = 2.00"
Trunion arm diameter is 0.750"
Carriage wood sides are 2' x 3/4"
Carriage width = 4 1/4"
As I mentioned, a about 8 years ago, I was able to track down the "A" part of A&K Manufacturing. He was pretty old. He said they were proud of the "special" grade steel that was used in their cannons. He told me "they had tested it, and ensured that it could not burst with any amount of Black Powder overcharge"
I shot several 5/8 balls and some mini-balls pictured. The cannon was always cleaned. When I purchased the cannon, no "tools" were included.
I will include the pile of .58 cal balls and miniballs, as well as 2 coils of fuse.
Another fellow recently sent me this quote he had found about A&K............
A & K MFG. Co., INC. out of Tucson, AZ made four models: An "American Revolutionary Six Pounder Field Cannon," "Naval Deck Gun," "Dahlgren Gun With Marsilly Carriage," and a "Coehorn Siege Mortar." "All barrels are made fom solid billets of steel. There are no welds, press fits or dangerous castings used in barrel manufacture." I'm copying this stuff out of their brochure, and there's also a picture of a guy of 300+ pounds standing on the field gun with a caption that reads "These Cannons Are Darn Tough!"
If a small steel cup with a brass pointed rod coming out the bottom came with your gun, that's the powder measure and vent prick. For obvious reasons their suggested load for the field gun is 50 gr. FFg........
