Vasco Da Gama
Well-Known Member
Pictured is a French 57mm shrapnel shell that has me somewhat confused. The shell is clearly of French origin and is 240mm long, 57mm in diameter with a 5mm wide driving band. I cannot find any clear reference for this projectile being used in either the 57mm Nordenfelt fortress gun or the standard 57mm/6pdr family. I would be very glad of a steer towards which case this shell should sit in, again any hints on the proper paint scheme would be appreciated. Pictured alongside a standard 6pdr Common Pointed for comparison.