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Old 2nd September 2018, 10:17 PM   #4
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Perfect. Thanks guys!

The length in inch is nearly 25". Do you have an idea on how to date it? I think 18th or 17th century. But thatīs quite vague.
The owner got it from Antwerp many years ago, together with a large cannon. Sadly he stored it outdoor, sticked inside the barrel of the large one. This is why the back is "newly" rusted and crusted.
Due to this I think I need to preserve it somehow (if it was the original condition as the rest of the cannon I think there wonīt be much need). What do you think about removing the loose rust with a steel brush and than conserve the condition with Owatrol Oil?

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Andreas
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