14th Century Handgonne

[bold115uc]

Stumbled upon one of these 14th century black powder “hand cannons” the other week. Had not seen one before; it was not an original but a reproduction 75 cal piece. Anyone here have any experience with one of these or try one? I’m sure accuracy is completely out the window and am curious what recoil would be like from what is essentially a stick.

Tempted to make a purchase just for the experience. Thoughts??

 

[edwea]

Go for it! And we look forward to a range report on the boomstick.

 

[Magyars]

I've got one, 50 caliber. Shot it a few times when I originally bought it. It's all about the charge...but I didn't find it abusive

 

[bold115uc]

Go for it! And we look forward to a range report on the boomstick.

Might end up doing just that. Will keep y’all posted.

 

[Brad69]

Looks like a trip to ER to me.

 

[bold115uc]

Looks like a trip to ER to me.

Sort of where my mind was at when I first saw it. Sort of hoping someone might talk me out of it lol. Although new toys are always fun.

Curiosity is a b***h though and usually gets the better of me. It’s sort of what drives me to do half of the wild stuff I’ve already done/tried. Lol don’t be surprised if I don’t have a range report posted by the end of the month.

 

[Magyars]

Sort of where my mind was at when I first saw it. Sort of hoping someone might talk me out of it lol. Although new toys are always fun.

Curiosity is a b***h though and usually gets the better of me. It’s sort of what drives me to do half of the wild stuff I’ve already done/tried. Lol don’t be surprised if I don’t have a range report posted by the end of the month.

You'll be fine. There is a site... where there are a number of guys who have hand gonnes and light them off...

The Muzzleloading Forum

Muzzleloading Forum discussion community & muzzleloading/reenactors for sale classifieds. Muzzle loading forums for reenactors, mountain men, French & Indian War, Civil War reenactors.

www.muzzleloadingforum.com

 

[bold115uc]

You'll be fine. There is a site... where there are a number of guys who have hand gonnes and light them off...

The Muzzleloading Forum

Muzzleloading Forum discussion community & muzzleloading/reenactors for sale classifieds. Muzzle loading forums for reenactors, mountain men, French & Indian War, Civil War reenactors.

www.muzzleloadingforum.com

I’ve investigated this site but have yet to join as I don’t own much muzzleloading stuff yet. I appreciate the suggestion and may end up goofing around over there some as well.

 

[Magyars]

I’ve investigated this site but have yet to join as I don’t own much muzzleloading stuff yet. I appreciate the suggestion and may end up goofing around over there some as well.

You won't be disappointed. Tons of good info!

 

[bold115uc]

Go for it! And we look forward to a range report on the boomstick.

Added one to my cart with a few accessories; didn’t checkout yet… going to talk to the wife about it in the morning :/ lol wish me luck.

 

[Slow Hand]

Forgiveness is easier than permission…