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Lot 3712:Michael B. Suchka Hotchkiss Revolving "Cannon" with Carriage

December 8th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3712:Michael B. Suchka Hotchkiss Revolving "Cannon" with Carriage

December 8th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
Estimated Price$22,500 - $32,500
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Attractive Michael B. Suchka Hotchkiss Revolving "Cannon" in .50 BMG with Carriage

Michael B. Suchka of Valley Engraving, Inc. and Thunder Valley Machine Co. has produced a number of very high quality small scale and full sized replicas of Hotchkiss and Gatling crank guns. This early Hotchkiss cannon is marked on the left side "MICHAEL B SUCHKA CLARINGTON OH U.S.A. S/N 0002 KAL." The top of the action has "HOTCHKISS PARIS" on a belt as part of the engraved cross cannon Hotchkiss logo over "BLACK POWDER ONLY" over "SERIAL NUMBER 0002 K.A.L." over "CALIBER .50 B.M.G. B.P." The back of the action has "HOTCHKISS REVOLVING CANNON" in a circle around ".50". Chambering it for black powder loaded .50 BMG cartridges prevents it from being classified as a destructive device and obviously makes ammunition easier to get and cheaper. The sights are on the right side and are graduated out to 600 yards. It is fitted on an oak carriage with black iron fittings, ropes on either side, and a box on near the top of the trail.

ConditionExcellent overall. The revolving cannon has an authentic aged appearance. It retains 95% plus of the original blue finish on the barrels and small components. The brass has an attractive aged patina. Most of the black finish on the iron fittings remains. Most of the loss is on the wheel rims. The brass has lightly aged. There are some very minor marks and scratches throughout. Certainly an interesting and functioning centerpiece.
Details
ManufacturerMichael B. Suchka
ModelHotchkiss Revolving Cannon
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassModern Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge50 BMG
Barrel30 inch round
Finishblue/brass
Stockoak

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1454
Catalog page283
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