19th Century Armstrong pillar type fuze for id please

[Rrickoshae]

hi, can anyone identify the fuze shown here please? It is similar, but not identical, to an Armstrong Pillar Percussion fuze. But instead of a threaded brass body, it has a smooth steel body. It is 2 inches long. Any thoughts?

many thanks, Dave

 

[Bonnex]

Looks like an Armstrong Concussion fuze to me Dave.

 

[Rrickoshae]

your word is good enough for me Gordon, I'm sure that is what it is!

many thanks

Dave

 

[Bonnex]

Dave,

Here is a description from 'A Treatise of Naval Gunnery' by Douglas (5th edition).



View attachment ArmstrongConcussion.pdf

 

[Rrickoshae]

excellent as always Norman, it even shows which way up it goes! Many thanks

Dave