1/16 MS4007 Model Shipways James Cannon Guns Of History - 6 Pounder Model 1841
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
Very well detailed, large scale model of mainly cast Britannia metal components, only a few wooden parts, accurately detailed gun barrel, scale water bucket, sponge & rammer rods, scoop & handle, worm & handle and more. Includes detailed instructions. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions. This is the excellent Marine Model Company kit that has been greatly improved and revised by Ken Goldman and Model Shipways. The model 1841 cannon was a lightweight and fairly mobile (900 pound) gun used extensively during the Mexican war. A large number of these 6 pounders existed at the outbreak of the US Civil War and were pressed into service on both sides. However, rifled barrels were coming into their own which greatly increased the range. The Model 1841 was quickly outclassed; however, the government decided to convert these smoothbores into rifled weapons. This gave them a new lease on life as range and accuracy were both greatly improved. The barrels were rebored from 3.67" to 3.8" and rifled in the 'James' fashion to accept the patented projectiles designed by General Charles T. James.
$56.00