Is this functional model cannon a 6 Pounder??

[Rifleman1776]

Someone put a great deal of skill and heart into building it. It's lovely.

That is an understatement. Beauty for sure.

 

[John May]

It's a beauty, and yes, I would definitely shoot it but that's coming from a man who bought and fired (once!) A matchlock jezail....

 

[FLTaft1948]

Hello Again

Not sure if this will help in the ID of the cannon but here is what I have found after receiving it. Certainly looks 1760-1790.

The Carriage is a Bracket style and the wood is painted green (along with the wooden parts of the wheels) and has black iron strapping all around both carriage legs. The colour is only visible with strong light due to the old yellowed / cracked varnish and patina.

The Elevation mechanism is gear driven and is cranked with the lever (works perfectly).

The wood wheels are of multi piece construction with individual spokes, hub and inner wheel. The iron outer wheel is bolted to the inner.

The level of detail is incredible.

Also looks like there might have been a Limber for towing at some point but it is now lost.

Best Regards
Rob

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She is certainly a work of both love and art. May I ask a crass question? How much did you have to spend to get it.

 

[ROBg]

You are going to REGRET that question Haha

Bought it online at a Montreal Auction for $230 Canadian ($160US) listed only as "Canon".

I consider it my Deal of the Century.

I knew it was very interesting but I did not know how cool it was till I had it in my hands.

One of my prized possessions!!

Cheers
Rob

 

[FLTaft1948]

You are going to REGRET that question Haha

Bought it online at a Montreal Auction for $230 Canadian ($160US) listed only as "Canon".

I consider it my Deal of the Century.

I knew it was very interesting but I did not know how cool it was till I had it in my hands.

One of my prized possessions!!

Cheers
Rob

Well done!, said the boy with envy at your luck.