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Gun shot mould and sprou trimmer

Gun shot mould and powder measure

CRDWH:1711 & 1712 – Gun shot mould and sprou trimmer, early 19th century. 'Sprou' was surplus lead formed when the mould was filled and had to be trimmed off to prevent the shot jamming the gun barrel when it was fired.

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