Original Civil War Confederate 3-inch Ordnance Rifle Broun Shell - Ground Dug At Battle of Five Forks Location in Virginia Antique Smith & Wessons In 1943 improvements would be

In 1943 improvements would be made to the design to which it would be called the M1918/40

hitting targets like aircraft factories

the world’s most dangerous flying route at the time

a bore width hole flame cut in the side of the tube

it is a bit longer than typical

Original Civil War Confederate 3-inch Ordnance Rifle Broun Shell - Ground Dug At Battle of Five Forks Location in Virginia Antique Smith & Wessons In 1943 improvements would beOriginal Item: Only One Available. This excavated Confederate 3 inch Broun shell is in very good condition and still retains a complete sabot. This fine Confederate shell has been disarmed, has no repairs, and is ready for display. It will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War artillery or general relic collection. Approximate weight is 8. 1 lbs and the length is approximately 7 inches. Unloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell