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Winchester 10 Gauge Signal Cannon with Carriage and Samples

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:800.00 USD Estimated At:1,600.00 - 2,250.00 USD
Winchester 10 Gauge Signal Cannon with Carriage and Samples
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Introduced in 1903 this unique breech loading cannon measures 12 inches long with "- NOT FOR BALL -" marked towards the front and the two line Winchester address/patent markings near the breech with "10 GA" marking. Cannon is mounted on an 11 3/4 inch long by 5 inch wide cast iron carriage finished with Japanese black enamel and with two metal wheels. Both sides of undercarriage marked "W.R.A. Co./TRADE MARK/REGISTERED IN U.S.A.". With a box of 5 Samples of Winchester Paper Shot Shells and a Winchester sample of standard smokeless powders.
BBL:
Stock:
Gauge: 10
Finish: blue/black enamel
Grips:
Serial Number: 514
Condition: Very fine with 75% original blue finish on the barrel with a few slight areas of surface oxidation, pinpoint pitting, and a few deep scratches present. With the balance fading to a plum/grey patina. The carriage is good with 50% of the original black enamel present with the balance flaking off to expose the iron underneath and the iron showing areas of slight oxidation. The wheels are good with slight signs of wear present to the expose metal underneath. The samples are good with slight wear. An interesting piece for any cannon enthusiast.