black powder signal cannon project

[Richardvonmann]

Nice!
I am thinking your neighbours might be a little nervous....lol

 

[Desmo]

"I buy my nipples there" I learned long ago that there is a science to nipples. While shooting a period muzzle-loader, I witnessed a nipple exit a breech... and am still counting my blessings.
Log Cabin Shop, Lodi OH, for those unfamiliar; The place to go when you need anything black powder, authentic plains Teepee, a genuine Hudson Bay jacket or ... anything frontier.
The family is finestkind. And, the collection of arms is stunning.

All the best,
Dale



(Please note the restraint that I am using regarding the purchase of nipples) On occasion, I can be an adult.

 

[Great white hunter]

The barrel is made from a solid piece of 4140 stress proof hex stock. I bored it out to 1-1/4" 6 inches deep. Has a real deep and very loud sound.

 

[Great white hunter]

My neighbors are used to it. I build alot of cannons. I have to listen to the neighbors race cars all summer long so they don't mind all the cannon fire.:whiteflag:

 

[MaxGunsmithing]

I do Love a good bang! One of those in the workshop with the string attached to the door would be a great intruder alarm...anic:

damint another burglar shlt himself to death. HONEY WHERES MY SHOVEL?