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cannonmn
02-06-2009, 09:52 PM
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This weapon weighs 212 lbs., has 6X hook-slant rifling, bore diameter 74mm, (approx. 2.9 in.) overall length is 36 inches. I am not at liberty to disclose its location. It isn't mine. Not yet anyway.

Marks are:

FAWCETT PRESTON & CO.

ENGINEERS

LIVERPOOL

1861


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