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Armstrong BL 6-inch Disappearing Gun Projectile ?

Juzzy

Active Member

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone can give me any info or verify the identity of this projectile currently for sale here in NZ. Seller thinks it may be a 6-inch projectile for an Armstrong BL 6-inch disappearing gun (NZ bought 13 of these guns from Britain in 1885, one is still in working order). Measurements are given as 6-inches (15.2cm) diameter by 18-inches (46cm) long. Markings shown may be R.P. 865 E11

Is it possible that there is still live explosive material inside ???

Thanks very much.


 

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