Big lead bullet for ID

[GySi]

Hi all,could 1 of you experts tell me what these bullets where fired from i have found 20+ of these at Humberstone, at the low tide mark close to a couple of wrecks(possibly used as targets?) The base measures 24-25mm,height is 65mm and they weigh just short of 10 ounces,and are made from lead any info would be greatly appreciated
Regards Simon.

[Dave8472]

Don't know what it is Simon, but it is a great find

Dave

[Anubis]

Blimey one of those in the wrong place could ruin your day, great find though.

[Danzigman]

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These heavy projectiles, 65mm in length, were found in the coastal mud at Seasalter in Kent. They were used as ranging rounds by anti-aircraft batteries situated along the coastline during WW2.

[Danzigman]

Actually the guy have a great photo dispaly. - http://flickrhivemind.net/User/Dave%20C ... nteresting" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[alloverover]

http://www.submerged.co.uk/small-arms.php" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[GySi]

Thanks guys,i have to agree Danzigman some very interesting pictures there

[william holmes]

that is a 1 inch Nordenfelt practice projectile from around 1860 or so

[Danzigman]

that is a 1 inch Nordenfelt practice projectile from around 1860 or so

Scroll littel down on page.. - http://www.specialistauctions.com/aucti ... id=1510145" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[FERN]

wow Si those are huge, nice finds m8

[stargazer1]

Found these - " onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
These heavy projectiles, 65mm in length, were found in the coastal mud at Seasalter in Kent. They were used as ranging rounds by anti-aircraft batteries situated along the coastline during WW2.

Yep your probably right DM.

I think Humberstone is an area near Hull ?

My Dad who is still going strong was on anti -aircraft bofors guns at several places around Hull in WW2 .

[uklad]

Hi Simon that's alot bigger then any av ever dug up 1860 aswell that's a pretty nice find will after come up for bit detecting at humberstone with you one time..Also thanks alot for today I really enjoyed getting out detecting and also meeting you.. carnt wait till we get some better weather so can get out detecting again:-)

Cheers rich