LONG TOM Cannon of 1812 – Printed Plans + Article
NOT a KIT or MODEL — This listing is for the printed plans and building article.
Build an accurate scale model of the historic Long Tom Cannon of 1812, based on the original plans and article by Hi Sibley. The full‑size cannon stands today at the Riverside Mission Inn in California, and this project reproduces it at 1/12 scale (1" = 1 ft).
Included:
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Two full‑size plan sheets (11" × 17")
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Three pages of building notes and photos
- Complete dimensions and construction details
Finished Model Dimensions:
- Overall length: 9½" (1/12 scale)
Project Details:
- Barrel is turned from solid brass with a ½" bore
- Fuse hole: 1/32"
- Trunnions: press‑fit through the barrel
- Hoist handles secured with miniature bolts (1/32" × ½", 80 TPI)
- Carriage/frame built from 3/8" maple
- A rewarding precision project for the experienced model builder
About the Original Cannon: This smoothbore cannon dates back to the War of 1812 and makes an impressive mantelpiece display when built to scale. The article provides full instructions for machining, fitting, and assembling the model using standard workshop tools.
Please see listing photos for details.
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