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Rev War Howie
« on: January 08, 2009, 01:23:34 PM »
Here's a Revolutionary War Howitzer replica I finished this week.











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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #1 on: January 08, 2009, 02:04:59 PM »
Dom,

Another “Fantastic” creation….keep up the good work.
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #2 on: January 08, 2009, 02:46:35 PM »
Thanks again Dom, I'll be  patiently waiting for the big brown truck to arrive.  ;) :D ;D
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #3 on: January 08, 2009, 03:42:55 PM »
Quote from: EL Cazador 66 on January 08, 2009, 02:46:35 PM
I'll be  patiently waiting for the big brown truck to arrive.  ;) :D ;D

 I don't think the driver will be as happy as you....  :D  Dom, as always, Great Job!!!!
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #4 on: January 08, 2009, 04:20:50 PM »
Nice looking howitzer. Question is the stamped "FRONT" on the axle housing for the gunner or??? Paul J
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #5 on: January 08, 2009, 04:39:10 PM »
Dom,

The number of different styles of cannon you have created is impressive! I really like the looks of that tube!

the turnings really look good! Great work!


(ok so I over did it with the exclamation point a little ::) )
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #6 on: January 08, 2009, 04:56:11 PM »
Thats another beauty Dom .  ;)

ElCaz66 is that yours ? . Waiting patiently ....I bet !  Like Ralphie waiting for an Orphan Annie decoder  .....If you're anything like me ...

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #7 on: January 08, 2009, 05:01:36 PM »
WOW I think this one is my favorite yet. AWESOME
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #8 on: January 08, 2009, 07:05:20 PM »
It is a beauty, Dom! You do get it right! Your work is something to look forward to! Everything you have posted has been real outstanding, working works of art! BoomLover
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #9 on: January 09, 2009, 12:15:49 AM »
I'd love to have a pair - one in blue one in pink.   ;D

Sorry, just had to say it.  ANOTHER GREAT creation!

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #10 on: January 09, 2009, 02:09:57 AM »
Quote from: paulj84003 on January 08, 2009, 04:20:50 PM
Nice looking howitzer. Question is the stamped "FRONT" on the axle housing for the gunner or??? Paul J

Maybe it should say:

IF YOU CAN READ THIS, MOVE!!!

 :) :D ;D


Congrats, Dom! Another fine example of your craftsmanship.
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #11 on: January 09, 2009, 02:45:37 AM »
Once again upon my request Dom Carpenter has done an outstanding job in furfilling a vision of a cannon to have a part in my collection. Just as in the first Dictator mortar ever built by Dom, in which I requested several years ago that everyone here on the GBO Cannons loved and had to own. Hopefully that this Revolution Howitzer will be replicated hundreds of times over for all to enjoy.ROCKLOCK I would be lying if I didn't say I'm eager to get my hands on her and make some fire and smoke. CAT I kinda like the sky blue, but pink is a bit extreme. Once again Donny an outstanding Job, Always a pleasure EL Caz. 66  :)
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #12 on: January 09, 2009, 03:48:00 AM »
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Nice looking howitzer. Question is the stamped "FRONT" on the axle housing for the gunner or??? Paul J

Dom is right up there with the latest regs, that's an OSHA requirement now.  There have been accidents with new cannoneers lighting the cannon from the muzzle with typical disasterous results.  Some people just weren't born to be gunners!

Reminds me of the Vietnam-era Claymore mines where on the convex side was stencilled:  "This side toward enemy."  There was a very practical reason for that, those things were devastating to anyone on the convex side for at least 50 meters.  And btw I'm just kiddin' about the OSHA thing.  Howie Zowie.
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #13 on: January 09, 2009, 10:30:57 AM »
Thanks for the compliments.  The "front" on the axle is to ease assembly.  It's not so obvious on the darker carriages. "This side towards enemy" will be the new option instead of "front".  Thanks for the idea Cannonmn .  I was told the Vietcong used to turn the claymores around when they would find them.     Dom
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #14 on: January 09, 2009, 11:17:53 AM »
I was told the Vietcong used to turn the claymores around when they would find them.

And then the Americans would put tin foil on the backs so they could tell if they had been turned around.  By the way, the back blast from a Claymore is nothing to be quickly dismissed, either.  You should be behind cover when you touch it off.
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #15 on: January 09, 2009, 05:10:33 PM »
I received my Swivel gun from Dom just before Christmas!!!  Awesome is all I can say!  Thanks Dom!!!!
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #16 on: January 10, 2009, 12:45:15 AM »
 At first glance I thought.... "Hmmm. Dom's using wood now?"

 Those trails aren't cut from solid plate, are they ???

 If I tried to fabricate something hollow in that shape it would come out looking like pieces of spiral pasta...
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #17 on: January 10, 2009, 10:24:50 AM »
Quote from: Victor3 on January 10, 2009, 12:45:15 AM
At first glance I thought.... "Hmmm. Dom's using wood now?"

 Those trails aren't cut from solid plate, are they ???

 If I tried to fabricate something hollow in that shape it would come out looking like pieces of spiral pasta...

Victor,

I Built the trail from 4" x 1/8" flat steel for the side pieces and 1" channel for the top and bottom.  The top side is welded solid, ground and sanded flush and the bottom is stitch welded.  It's best to weld in segments and move around the piece to minimize heat build-up of the metal.  This will minimize any warpage.  The "T" bolt is the lock for the quoin.

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #18 on: January 10, 2009, 10:44:09 AM »
Dominick whats the bore size ? I'm guessing GB . How much does it weigh ?

Gary

ETA What are the major dimensions?
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #19 on: January 10, 2009, 12:21:01 PM »
Nice "under carriage" shot, Dom! Not many chances to get an "under the skirt" look like that. However, it is a great shot of your quality of work, craftsmanship top, bottom, inside and out! Thanks! BoomLover
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #20 on: January 10, 2009, 02:12:53 PM »
El Caz; where are you going to be able to shoot golf balls, down where you are? I'd be interested and maybe roll one of mine down too.

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #21 on: January 10, 2009, 04:24:17 PM »
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Victor,

I Built the trail from 4" x 1/8" flat steel for the side pieces and 1" channel for the top and bottom.  The top side is welded solid, ground and sanded flush and the bottom is stitch welded.  It's best to weld in segments and move around the piece to minimize heat build-up of the metal.  This will minimize any warpage.  The "T" bolt is the lock for the quoin.

 Thanks for the explanation Dom.

 And thanks for the tips on how to keep the twisting down, but at the bargain prices you charge to make such things, I think I'll just send a check and let you handle it  ;)

 Still waiting for that coffee table book with glossy pics of all your work...
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #22 on: January 11, 2009, 04:17:50 AM »
Quote from: Samurai5 on January 09, 2009, 05:10:33 PM
I received my Swivel gun from Dom just before Christmas!!!  Awesome is all I can say!  Thanks Dom!!!!

You're welcome Samurai5!

Quote from: RocklockI on January 10, 2009, 10:44:09 AM
Dominick whats the bore size ? I'm guessing GB . How much does it weigh ?

Gary

ETA What are the major dimensions?

Rocklock,  The bore is 1.75"  The shipping weights [boxed] are  Barrel: 46 lbs.  Wheels: 48 lbs.  Carriage, axle and tools: 58 lbs.  152 total minus approx 15 lbs. for boxes = 137 lbs. give or take a few.  Wheels are 20" diameter, trail is approx 32" long, width is approx 24" and the barrel is approx 14" OAL. 
Boomlover, thanks for the compliments.  Victor, you're welcome.     Dom
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #23 on: January 11, 2009, 04:26:54 AM »
Quote from: Samurai5 on January 09, 2009, 05:10:33 PM
I received my Swivel gun from Dom just before Christmas!!!  Awesome is all I can say!  Thanks Dom!!!!


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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #24 on: January 11, 2009, 04:29:37 AM »
 
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Still waiting for that coffee table book with glossy pics of all your work...

Victor, I am still working on it in my very limited spare time.  It will come sometime after the neat little "scale model" ;D 75 mm French Puteaux Replica that I am currently working on.

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #25 on: January 15, 2009, 05:16:56 AM »
El Caz: You must have missed my question. Where can you launch golf balls down where you are? I get tired of shooting on my own acreage and I am only 75 min. +- from the casino in Monticello. (great prime rib buffet for $12 on Tuesday).

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #26 on: January 15, 2009, 05:49:22 AM »
Hey, Dom, please put me on the list for one your coffee table glossy pictorials of all your works! That would be a conversation starter, for sure! "The Unabridged Works of Master Cannoneer, Dominic Carpenter", in full, living color! It sure would be unique! Actually think that could make a best seller list, somewhere! BoomLover
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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #27 on: January 15, 2009, 06:17:22 AM »
Sorry Richard, I missed your post. I normally shoot GB Mortars on my property which is 2.5 acres deep and after that theirs 30 plus arces of forest behind my land. If you would like we can get together this spring, summer or fall. I can come up to you or you can come down to me, I'm game. :D

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Re: Rev War Howie
« Reply #28 on: January 15, 2009, 07:21:41 AM »
I'll keep in touch. It can always be a moveable feast;)   I have a 300+lb pile of wood, iron and steel in my garage just waiting to be shaped and a lumbar traction board in the house, trying to put me in shape to build:-\   The 500 lb "Lion's Paw" needed a baby brother and I worked on a design. A hum-dinger:-X   Maybe when I turn 80 I'll be thinking about the little toys? (make that 90).8)  Like the CD I gave you, my daughter will blast my ashes into the valley ;D

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