tabletop cannon ( heavy ) iron cast

This item is a miniature tabletop signal or salute cannon, historically used for celebrations, naval salutes, or as a decorative military-style showpiece. Similar vintage models typically feature a heavy cast iron or cast bronze barrel resting on a distinct two-wheeled mobile carriage. The Barrel: Features pronounced reinforcement rings along the tube and a flare at the muzzle, a design modeled after historical 18th- and 19th-century naval or artillery cannons. Uses a classic downswept, curved tail split into two handles. This allowed full-sized artillery pieces to be hooked up to transit teams or adjusted for aim During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, manufacturers like the J. & E. Stevens Company produced similar cast iron artillery models as functional toys or patriotic desk ornaments If this piece has a hollow barrel and a functional touchhole, never attempt to load or fire it. Antique cast metals degrade internally over time and can fracture or explode if subjected to modern ignition pressure. Price is negotiable