1300-Older Cannons



Hand Cannon

The Hand Cannon has a simply design but it is very effective. Although surviving examples are all completely constructed of metal, evidence suggests that many were attached to some kind of stock, usually wooden. Other examples show a simple metal extension from the barrel acting as the handle.



Falconet Cannon

Was a light cannon developed in the late 15^th century. The Falconet uses up to 0.5 pounds of black gun powder to fire 1 pound round shot up to 5,000ft. Could also be used to fire grape shots. The Falconet resembles a matchlock musket with two wheels for better mobility. The Falconet was also heavily used during the American Revolutionary War.