3/4-size civil war no. 1 field carriage constructed of steel and solid PVC, painted in Olive Drab green, 42" tall wheels.
Full-size (66" lg.) 1841 style 6 pdr. gun barrel; steel-jacketed and filled with concrete, solid PVC end-pieces (muzzle and breech).
Three other styles of gun barrels available (Parrott Rifle, 12 pdr. Field Howitzer, 3" Ordnance Rifle). All four styles available in 1/2-size, 2/3-size, 3/4-size, full-size, and 125% full size.
Announcement: Revolutionary War Ordnance
Orders are now being accepted for Revolutionary War 1779 3-pounder gun carriages and gun barrels. Full-size (40" wheel diameter) and reduced size models available. Gun barrels are exact in appearance but are steel-jacketed and filled with concrete. The muzzle and breech end-pieces are solid PVC.
OVERSIZED GUN BARRELS AND CARRIAGES ARE AVAILABLE
Oversized units make viewing-from-a-distance more distinct. And, when close-up, the sheer enormity of the object is quite impressive. 125% of full-size provider a 6' tall (6' diameter) wheel, for example.
NEW - STACKS OF LARGE SIZE (Hollow) STEEL BALLS
3", 4" and 5" diameter balls - WELDED TOGETHER.
| SQUARE STACKS (4 inclined sides) |
TRIAGULAR STACKS (3 inclined sides) |
| 2 layer - 5 balls |
2 layer - 4 balls |
| 3 layer - 14 balls |
3 layer - 10 balls |
| 4 layer - 30 balls |
4 layer - 20 balls |
EFFECTIVE 12/1/08
All 'Irons' will be powder-coated for enhanced appearance and increased resistance to rust. Generally, black is the preferred color but other colors are possible.
BUY BACK PROGRAM
If you need a cannon (carriage plus gun barrel) for a limited amount of time only, such as for an exhibit or other special occasion, I will buy the system back at 50% of the original sales price after your needs are fulfilled. Please call for details (804-694-5805).
CIVIL WAR GUN SOUNDS!
A sound system is available which allows recorded gun sounds from Civil War Cannon to be broadcast from hidden speakers located near your Civil War gun emplacement. The sounds are triggered either by a person passing by the gun emplacement or by the push of a button on a nearby stand. The sounds can also be triggered by a wireless remote 'clicker.' The speaker system is rated at up to 40-watts which means the gun sounds can be heard up to 2000 feet away. The system is 'weatherized' and can be hidden in (available) fake rocks. The electrical requirements are either common 120 volt household power or by rechargeable batteries. In addition to Civil War gun sounds, any other recording can be played such as a voice greeting or music, etc. Please call (804-694-5805) for additional information and current pricing.
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FULL SIZE CARRIAGE WITH 1000 LB. CAST IRON GUN BARREL
 Steel and solid PVC carriage. Will not rot and looks like wood (Don't Let Your Investment Rot Away!). Leave outdoors and do not worry about maintenance or decay. Parrott 10-pounder cast iron gun barrel shown in the photo. Weighs in excess of 1000 lbs. 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 84%, and full-size carriages available. Wheels range from 28" to 57" in size. The 84% size model has a wheel diameter of 48".
Simulated concrete gun barrels with exterior steel liners available for all carriage sizes and built to-scale in each case. Sponge buckets, hand spikes, sponge rods and worms available.
ORIGINATOR OF THE SOLID PVC NO. 1 FIELD CARRIAGE
FEATURES
Solid PVC construction with internal steel reinforcement. Finely
textured surface holds paint well and looks like wood (Don't Let Your Investment Rot Away!). SIMULATED WOOD GRAIN FINISH NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE PVC CARRIAGE!
WHEELS
Solid PVC hub, spokes and outer rim. Spokes are tapered and of oval cross-section.
Contain steel reinforcement.
• Dished Design •
• Steel tires, 2-1/2" wide •
• Steel bands on the hubs •
• Wheels roll smoothly on steel axles •
STOCK
Solid PVC stock of exact geometry. Steel attachments (trail plate, trail handles,
lunette, elevating screw, axle bands, and straps).
CHEEKS
Solid PVC cheeks of exact geometry. Steel attachments.
SHIPPING
UPS - Ship wheels in two wood boxes, ship stock and axle housing in a third wood box, ship barrel on a pallet. Customer removes parts from the boxes and assembles the unit. Customer pays UPS charges and box construction / packing charges.
Direct Ship - Using a rental van, the carriage is loaded as a complete unit. The barrel usually is carried on the floor of the van and placed on the carriage after arrival. Customer pays van rental, fuel charges, and driver charge.
LOCKDOWN KIT
A kit is available to lock the carriage to earth. This kit can be installed by the driver if the Direct Ship method is used.
STACK OF GLOSSY BLACK STEEL CANNON BALLS
Ball size - 2-3/8" diameter
14 Ball Stack, 3 layers, $300.00
30 Ball Stack, 4 layers, $400.00
Balls are mechanically interlocked in the shape of a pyramid and are attached
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Notice to Confederate Museums and Civil War Enthusiasts
A full-scale replica of the 7" bore, 12' long Brooke Rifle, as used in the
Battle of the Ironclads in Hampton Roads Harbor, is now available. Photos on
request.
NEW!
SOLID PVC
(plastic) Carriage with (hidden) Steel Reinforcement,
2/3-size model, 38" wheels, steel tires and "Irons".
SOLID PVC (plastic) Carriage
with Internal Steel Reinforcement and Gun Barrel, 2/3-size, 38" wheels,
custom color selected by purchaser. "Weather
Proof!" $3,900.00 as shown.
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