Captain_MacNamara Posted October 12, 2004 Posted October 12, 2004 My "smith" came to the event this weekend bearing gifts! The barrel is 12 inches long by .50 caliber bore, and it'll fire like a thing of beauty! I built the carriage. I know it's not the best, but I think it fits. And the best part... I have 11 more on the way over the next few weeks What I need to know now is... what are the laws concerning cannons that only fire blank loads? I am only going to fire blank charges in thesse. Are they legal to fire? Is there a permit you have to get? Etc? The thought of that thar gallows (or jail cell) gives me the shakes... Captain of the Iron Lotus It is the angle that holds the rope, not the size of the hole.
Cascabel Posted October 12, 2004 Posted October 12, 2004 The legal issues depend totally on where you live or where you plan to use it. You will have to check on these things yourself, but bear in mind that sometimes asking a law enforcement type person will not get you an accurate answer. Also there may be noise ordinances involved. Pretty much at events all the legal issues have been looked into (or should have been) by the people in charge. Have fun !!!! >>>>> Cascabel
Captain_MacNamara Posted October 13, 2004 Author Posted October 13, 2004 My main question is: are they considered primitive firearms, like most muzzle-loaders, or are they considered fireworks? Some lubber told me that it was considered a firework and therefore highly illegal I grew up on a 360 acre plot of woods, where we didn;t have to worry about legalities and classifications. Captain of the Iron Lotus It is the angle that holds the rope, not the size of the hole.
the Royaliste Posted October 13, 2004 Posted October 13, 2004 Generally, I packed a cannon or two around, and it has been considered a device for signal firing. That said, definitely check the laws where you plan on firing it...Noise ordinances relly vary widely :) Your small bore may be an issue closer to primitive weapons, but your intent seems to be signal firing, which is like a 'blank' gun for races, or a signal cannon for yacht races.......But DO have fun, eh? ROYALISTE The Bay Area's Official Tallship
Patrick Hand Posted October 13, 2004 Posted October 13, 2004 Captain_MacNamara... see why it is of the utmost importance to read ALL of the cleaning instructions...... if you use hot water to swab the barrels..... the cannon will shrink.........
Capn_Enigma Posted October 13, 2004 Posted October 13, 2004 if you use hot water to swab the barrels..... the cannon will shrink......... That's why most cannons come pre- shrunk these days... You may even want to get a stonewashed one : "The floggings will continue until morale improves!"
Captain_MacNamara Posted October 13, 2004 Author Posted October 13, 2004 Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade... Captain of the Iron Lotus It is the angle that holds the rope, not the size of the hole.
Captain_MacNamara Posted October 22, 2004 Author Posted October 22, 2004 ARRR! I love the smell of Gunpowder in the Mornin'! We got to fire the guns today! Below is a picture and a link to the video of the firing of this particular cannon: Cannon Firing Video. Click to watch or Right click and hit "Save target as..." Also, a link to the page with the rest of my little cannons being fired... Be warned, the microphone on my sister's camcorder don't pick up the boom of the cannons too well... they're MUCH louder and more impressive in person. Cannonfire Video Page PS: most of my cannons are ghetto... especially the swivel gun, which is made from an old .45 barrel... but they suffice! Captain of the Iron Lotus It is the angle that holds the rope, not the size of the hole.
"Broadside" Long Posted October 22, 2004 Posted October 22, 2004 Great videos! I especially like the realistic recoil. Cheers, Broadside Every normal person must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats! - Lucanus
Captain_MacNamara Posted October 22, 2004 Author Posted October 22, 2004 should be realistic... 60-70 grains of powder in a .50 caliber barrel... with a _very_ tight wadding... the founder said that it would easily take 100 grains, but I don't want to push it. 60-70 makes plenty a nice boom, flame and smoke in person Thanky fer the compliment though And to think... I have 11 more of these beauties coming! Captain of the Iron Lotus It is the angle that holds the rope, not the size of the hole.
the Royaliste Posted October 22, 2004 Posted October 22, 2004 Nifty little video's thar, maytee!!....I'm particularly fond 'o the tiny swivel, might be needin' a dozen for 'swizzle sticks' aboard!!
Captain_MacNamara Posted October 22, 2004 Author Posted October 22, 2004 hehe I have bigger guns being made... just not for a while Captain of the Iron Lotus It is the angle that holds the rope, not the size of the hole.
Reddrake Posted October 24, 2004 Posted October 24, 2004 Ahoy thar Captain. Tha sight of tha firing is great. I have only fired me pistols an a friend's rifle. I am looking in ta possibly creating some custom pieces for meself this winter. thanks for tha updates.
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