Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum firearms

[pamtnman]

Spent time fishing and exploring Hatteras last week. The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum has some fascinating muzzleloading weapons. I took the best pictures I could. The mini cannon is a Lyle Gun, mostly used for firing lifesaving floats out to shipwreck victims. The torpedo looking projectile above it is one example. I think Lyle Guns were also used in a few defensive situations. Other guns are military issue and nice custom percussion rifles and pistols, used in the Civil War.

 

[pamtnman]

This very early bp “hand gun” was especially tough to photograph because of all the reflections around it. But it is fascinating. A mini hand-held cannon. Looks pretty crude, and has the mounting swivels for a boat.

 

[OldNo7]

That's neat -- thanks for sharing it.

Old No7

 

[pamtnman]

That's neat -- thanks for sharing it.

Old No7

My pleasure, thanks for visiting!

 

[CAPTAIN]

Very cool, I’ll have to check that out next time we’re down there!