Museum Quality
Model Artillery
Constructed from
Oak and Polished Brass
System Gribeauval
Jean Baptiste Vaquette de Gribeauval (1715-1789)
Was known for his successful efforts to reform the artillery arm of the French army during the 18th century.
He introduced changes that revolutionized the use of artillery
Gribeauval's primary improvement came in the production of large artillery pieces.
Prior to his improvements, guns were cast in a single piece by pouring molten iron or bronze around a clay cylinder.
After the metal cooled, the clay was removed, leaving the gun's bore.
However, this made guns with imperfect cores, which prevented a tight fitting round.
Because cannon balls did not fit tightly, much of the explosive power of the gunpowder was lost.
I manufacture individual models (as shown above) of this system,
complete in every detail
complete with high quality show case
Approximate size 600mm x 200mm x 200mm
If you are interested in purchasing one of these models please contact me for further details
I have a very limited supply of these fine models