QF ID Please

[sardog]

I'm hoping to find out more information about my recent purchase. I was thinking it's a proof shot or 18 pounder practice round, but it only weighs 16.4 lbs. And does not appear to have a fuze. its 84-85mm & 11 inches long

Its marked:

Q.F. 8 PR

III - (Mk III)

F.S. (forged steel)

T.E.C.

1-16 (1916?)

^
AA

P

It looks like it was chromed at some point.

If anyone can tell me the manufacturer, and more information it would be greatly appreciated.

 

[MINENAZ16]

Hello,

Also very interested by details of 18pr shot.
Pictures from this forum :

 

[TimG]

T.E.C. - Truro Engineering Co., Canada. (Not a 100% certain, I'll check another source).

TimG

 

[sardog]

Thanks for your help. Here are a few more photos. Does anyone know where the broad arrow AA comes from?

 

[sardog]

I'm not having much luck finding any records about Truro Engineering Co., manufactiring 18 pounders. I've hit a brick wall trying to find any information about the multiple Broad Arrows stamps with AA and the \/ E.

Whats the best nondestructive way to remove old paint/ rust/chrome without damaging it? or should i leave it as its keeping whats left of its patina? Any further information or advice would be greatly appreciated.