firing accessories

Instruments used to load a cannon or mortar.

rammer

Instrument used to pack the gunpowder, the projectile and the wad at the bottom of the cannon.

sponge

Instrument with a brush or skin used to clean the bore of the muzzle after each firing.

ladle

Instrument used to measure and load the gunpowder into the cannon.

worm

Instrument used to remove wad debris and keep the powder in place.

linstock

Instrument with a wick that was used to ignite the gunpowder from a distance.