black powder cannon

8mm · July 16, 2011, 10:03 PM

i want to get a black powder cannon but dont know if it is legal in the state i live in connecticut need a stright answer.

T. O'Heir · July 16, 2011, 10:30 PM

Look in Connecticut's State firearm laws. Give Dixie Gunworks a call. They might be able to tell you.

8mm · July 17, 2011, 06:26 AM

i looked in the index of the laws on firearms it says something about if it has a similar ignition to flintlock matchlock or percussion or replica it is ok its a little 58 caliber cannon.

Uncle Buck · July 17, 2011, 08:24 AM

8MM - If you find out it is illegal, try getting a propane cannon or a Calcium Carbide Canon. (http://www.hobbystores.com/amatos/bigbang.html)

If you want to make a lot of noise. We had both types when I was growing up. My grandfather made the first type and bought the second type.

Using calcium carbide, you can make a heck of a noise.

I have a small replica cannon (.36 Cal) that sits on my desk. We fire it occasionally. It is supposed to be a replica of some civil war era fort cannon.

Another thought... Check with Independence/Civil war reenactment folks. If Conn law says you need to be a member of this group to own such a thing, I bet they would love to have a cannon team with them.

Smilin Jack · July 20, 2011, 07:34 AM

If it's a closed breach muzzle loader it's the same as any other black powder firearm. If you're only shooting for noise without a projectile then it's not considered a live round. Problem is the "great powers that be" generaly don't know the law.....as usual. And since 9-11 they have really stepped things up. I never have a problem where I'm at but they're used to me by now. You would be wise to give the local law enforcement a call and talk to someone in the know.....if you can find one. Good luck, it's a lotta fun.

maestro pistolero · July 20, 2011, 12:14 PM

I don't know about legal, but I'm pretty sure the founders had 'em in mind when the wrote the amendment. LOL.

NJgunowner · July 20, 2011, 01:39 PM

Just don't bring it to Jersey. Cannon's of any type are prohibited, maybe even the air kind for pumpkin chucking but I'd have to double check.

8mm · July 20, 2011, 06:25 PM

i emailed the person selliig it and you cant shoot a ball out of it why.

July 16, 2011, 10:03 PM	#1
8mm Senior Member Join Date: July 7, 2011 Location: east coast Posts: 105	black powder cannon i want to get a black powder cannon but dont know if it is legal in the state i live in connecticut need a stright answer.

July 16, 2011, 10:30 PM	#2
T. O'Heir Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 12,453	Look in Connecticut's State firearm laws. Give Dixie Gunworks a call. They might be able to tell you. __________________ Spelling and grammar count!

July 17, 2011, 08:24 AM	#4
Uncle Buck Senior Member Join Date: June 21, 2009 Location: West Central Missouri Posts: 2,592	8MM - If you find out it is illegal, try getting a propane cannon or a Calcium Carbide Canon. (http://www.hobbystores.com/amatos/bigbang.html) If you want to make a lot of noise. We had both types when I was growing up. My grandfather made the first type and bought the second type. Using calcium carbide, you can make a heck of a noise. I have a small replica cannon (.36 Cal) that sits on my desk. We fire it occasionally. It is supposed to be a replica of some civil war era fort cannon. Another thought... Check with Independence/Civil war reenactment folks. If Conn law says you need to be a member of this group to own such a thing, I bet they would love to have a cannon team with them. __________________ Inside Every Bright Idea Is The 50% Probability Of A Disaster Waiting To Happen. Last edited by Uncle Buck; July 17, 2011 at 07:11 PM.

July 20, 2011, 07:34 AM	#5
Smilin Jack Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 2009 Location: West Florida Republic Posts: 131	If it's a closed breach muzzle loader it's the same as any other black powder firearm. If you're only shooting for noise without a projectile then it's not considered a live round. Problem is the "great powers that be" generaly don't know the law.....as usual. And since 9-11 they have really stepped things up. I never have a problem where I'm at but they're used to me by now. You would be wise to give the local law enforcement a call and talk to someone in the know.....if you can find one. Good luck, it's a lotta fun. __________________ History will never record how many men have performed great deeds because they were driven out of their homes by some unbearable trait of their wives, from which they fled, almost joyfully, to face as an alternative peril and even death. Major John Reid

July 17, 2011, 06:26 AM	#3
8mm Senior Member Join Date: July 7, 2011 Location: east coast Posts: 105	i looked in the index of the laws on firearms it says something about if it has a similar ignition to flintlock matchlock or percussion or replica it is ok its a little 58 caliber cannon.

July 20, 2011, 12:14 PM	#6
maestro pistolero Senior Member Join Date: August 16, 2007 Posts: 2,153	I don't know about legal, but I'm pretty sure the founders had 'em in mind when the wrote the amendment. LOL.

July 20, 2011, 01:39 PM	#7
NJgunowner Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 1,254	Just don't bring it to Jersey. Cannon's of any type are prohibited, maybe even the air kind for pumpkin chucking but I'd have to double check.

July 20, 2011, 06:25 PM	#8
8mm Senior Member Join Date: July 7, 2011 Location: east coast Posts: 105	i emailed the person selliig it and you cant shoot a ball out of it why.