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BIG BANG
CANNONS:
The Larger
the cannon the Louder the
BANG!
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Start a family tradition this 4th of
July. The Big Bang Cannon is one of those great
toys that becomes a family heirloom. I've had mine since 1960 and that cast iron
carbide cannon still makes one heck of a BOOM!
These toy carbide cannons
are safe, fun and legal alternative to firecrackers for children and
adults at patriotic July 4th celebrations, New Years and all special
events.
In continuous production since 1912, Big
Bang Cannons are beautiful all metal reproductions of the field artillery
used
by the Continental Army in the Revolutionary War. We feature 5
versions. The 3 cast iron cannons are finished in black with red
wheels. Two models are cast in solid brass. All make a handsome display pieces when not in use.
The larger the cannon the louder the boom it makes when fired.
NO
GUN POWDER IS USED. Used outdoors, they produce a realistic muzzle flash and a loud boom!
Bangsite (powdered calcium carbide), water, air and a spark mix
to produce a safe (and loud) BANG. Easily operated by children and
adults alike.
Safety Features EXPLAINED
HERE.
The BIG BANG CANNON was invented by a
Lehigh University professor and was originally made of glass to illustrate the safe
process which could generate a "BIG BANG" - without breaking the
glass!
The were so popular that soon they were produced in
cast iron. Today's cannons are still made in the USA and still
produced using the original tooling. Virtually indestructible
these handsome heavy duty replicas have become a family tradition for the
celebration of July 4th, New Years and other special
events. Remember:
THE LARGER THE CANNON THE LOUDER THE BANG.
See a comparison of the noise
made by Big Bang Cannons HERE
FIELD
CANNONS
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MAJOR
FIELD CANNON - This is our
best seller... similar to the field cannon used by the Continental
Army. The Largest and Loudest cannon, 25 inches long, 5
1/2 pounds. This beautiful all metal cannon replica, is made of cast
iron and sheet metal, from the original 1935 tooling.
It is handsomely finished in black like the field
cannon used by the Continental Army.
It features an automatic charger mechanism for rapid
multiple firing and automatic igniter.
The diecast metal wheels are finished in red and are 5" in diameter.
Twenty-five inches long overall, the length of the tilting cannon body is
15 1/2" , height when level is 7", and the width is 7".
Each cannon comes with one tube of bangsite ammo for 100 shots and 1
flint, but don't forget to order extras here.
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JUNIOR FIELD
CANNON - The
same in style and finish as the Major but smaller in size: 17 inches long, 3 1/2 pounds.
Like the larger version it features an automatic charger mechanism for rapid multiple
firing and automatic igniter. Seventeen inches overall, the length on the non-tilting
cannon body is 10 1/2" , height is 5 1/4 , width is 5" and the wheels are
4" in diameter.
Each cannon comes with one tube of bangsite ammo for 100 shots and 1
flint, but don't forget to order extras here.
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LIGHT FIELD
CANNON - Single shot breech loaded cannon
slightly different in design from the larger models: 9 inches long, 2 1/4 pounds.
Made of all cast iron, from the original 1929 tooling. It is finished in black and mounted on red cast wheels. The ammunition case
is in the rear end of the heavy drag beam. Features an automatic igniter. Unlike the two
larger cannons this model doesn't have an automatic charger mechanism but is loaded with
the spoon attached to the breech-block igniter. 9" length, 3 1/2" height, 3
1/2" width, 3" wheels.
Each cannon comes with one tube of
bangsite ammo for 100 shots and 1 flint, but don't forget to order extras here.
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Available:
SOLID BRASS ANTIQUE CANNONS
REAL WORKING
REPLICASBeautiful and fully operational
solid brass replicas of the Big Bang Cast Iron Cannons manufactured from 1916 to 1934.
Cast from the original molds in either yellow brass for a gold finish or red brass
for a copper finish. Entirely hand polished. The lacquer finish will preserve their luster
for years to come.
All are single shot breech loading. (Specify Yellow or Red Brass)
Each cannon comes with one
tube of bangsite ammo for 100 shots and 1 flint, but don't forget to order
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LARGE
SOLID BRASS CANNON
(23"L x 6.5"W, 13lbs.)
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SMALL SOLID BRASS CANNON
(10"L x 3.75"W, 2.75lbs.)
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SUPPLIES
When ordering Bangsite
for your
cannon, also get some extra of our specially made igniter flints. One flint
should last about as long as a tube of Bangsite , which produces
about 100 shots. Flints made for lighters will not work in Big Bang
Cannons.
( NOTE:
$20.00 Minimum for your total order of all items from this website (excluding
shipping ) .
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SAFETY
FEATURES AND
OPERATING TIPS
Safety Features
- No gunpowder is used
- No matches required
- Bangsite® cannot be ignited
by the hottest flame
- No recoil or kick
- Concussion cannot explode Bangsite®
- Bangsite® is permitted to be
shipped by mail without special markings
NOTE: BIG-BANG
Cannons won't
fire projectiles.
Putting objects in the barrel will only inhibit the full
effect of the cannon's blast.
Operating Tips
Big Bang cannons are simple to use.
Before you start read over the instructions included with your cannon.
The basic operation is:
- Put a few ounces of water into the cannon's
chamber.
- Load pre- measured amount of Bangsite
into the cannon.
- Wait about 10 seconds for a
small amount of carbide gas to form.
- Push down the firing pin and BANG!
BIG-BANG Cannons are safe and can
be operated even by young children, but we recommend an adult perform or
supervise the loading procedure. See
complete operating instructions here.
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