![]() ![]() the flat topped attachment is where the breech block was placed while the swabbing and loading took place! The breech block, which weighed 130lbs, had to be lifted out of the breech by two strong gunners to permit swabbing of the bore from the breech aperture (also visible in the photo), then loading of the next projectile and gunpowder bag, after which the breech block was lifted back into position and screwed tightly closed prior to the next firing.Īh…. It took me some time to work out the function of the rather complex shaped item. But I am particularly looking at the flat surfaced item which is attached to the top of the breech. The Smith’s elevating screw for instance, and the remnants of the left hand breech tangent sight. In the above photograph, taken I think of a 110pr Armstrong breech loader in Canada, of a Garrison mounted gun, there are several very interesting features. ![]()
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