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22nd November 2008, 07:03 PM
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One more.
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22nd November 2008, 07:26 PM
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24th November 2008, 02:07 PM
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Michael,
Thank you for the information re. tinder. It seems it's the same fungus I use to make tinder for fire-lighting, but treated in a different manner. (When charred, it catches and holds a spark very well.) The soaking in saltpetre would make it much less brittle, ...must try some! The pictures you have posted show the small pieces of tinder very well, as well as the rope - sized matchcord! Thank you for these pictures Michael. Richard. |
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24th November 2008, 02:25 PM
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Tinder
Hi, Richard,
I sent you an email containing further information. The German guy who sells tinder would also give you his recipe. If you are interested I would gladly assist you in translation etc. Best, Michael |
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25th November 2008, 12:29 AM
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Matchlock, I just wanted to tell you that I find very interesting and stimulant your threads. I have no real knowledge about this early fireweapons, or about the construction of a crossbow (and I would love to), but I enjoy all this instructive material you manage on the forum. Thank you.
Regards Gonzalo |
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25th November 2008, 01:35 PM
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Thank you, Gonzalo,
It is a great pleasure to me to learn that you like my threads. That will keep me going. Thanks again, Michael |
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26th November 2008, 10:44 AM
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very interesting thread, thank you. I especialy liked the gun & bandoleer combo on #7.
Here is my contribution to the subject: a breech loading swivel cannon, found in very shallow waters off the coast of Israel, south to the city of Haifa, north to Caserea Maritima. Probably a relic from slave/pirate galley, as at that time - 15th century, there was very little buisness for merchant vessels to do there. Interestingly enough, found with the breech, swivel and breech-locking bar. The barrel used to be 30% longer but only the front rings survived (not shown). It is on display in the National Maritime Museum in Haifa. I will be able to bring measurements sometimes later. |
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