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Bowling Ball Mortar: Seeking technical feedback
Zonie, thanks a lot for the info. You're absolutely right that titanium would be crazy expensive! But perhaps a titanium mortar would make an interesting family hand-me-down for generations to come? LOL. It's bound to last virtually forever. BTW, I still have to do some research to find out if... -
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Bowling Ball Mortar: Seeking technical feedback
LD, thanks a lot of your response! Helpful information. LOL...yes, as you pointed out, A), B), and C) pretty much describe the very nature of a large black powder mortar. But perhaps with some technical innovation, I can reduce a little bit of A), B), and C)? I like the idea of stainless steel... -
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Bowling Ball Mortar: Seeking technical feedback
About six years ago, I purchased a homemade bowling ball mortar from a man who had experience constructing bowling ball mortars. The mortar is made from a gas tank and has a welded-on breach piece with a chamber that holds up to about 4 oz of black powder. I love the mortar but have toyed with...