British 25 Pdr MkII Brass Shell Case 1941 44 set This example is the Mark

This example is the Mark III variant

"Tang shaping and blade washers"

with all explosive components safely removed

which not only celebrate the achievements of the Royal Navy but also pay homage to the courage

anticipating the dangers that would soon become a reality during the Blitz

British 25 Pdr MkII Brass Shell Case 1941 44 set This example is the MarkDesigned in the 1930s the 25 Pdr was a 3. 45 inches (87. 6 mm) calibre weapon firing a shell weighing 25 pounds (11. 3 kg), hence the name 25 Pdr. It was mounted on a 2 wheeled carriage utilising a circular firing platform. The firing platform was attached to the gun and when lowered it transferred most of the recoil forces to the ground thereby providing a very stable firing base. It also provided the gun with the ability to traverse rapidly using