Original U.S. Mexican-American War Era Artillery Portfire Cannon Igniter Holder - Very Rare Vickers MMG RACHMAN MFG

RACHMAN MFG

This is most likely from his time in South Africa

and show little to no sign of use

To the left of this is serial number D 1168

Original U.S. Mexican-American War Era Artillery Portfire Cannon Igniter Holder - Very Rare Vickers MMG RACHMAN MFGOriginal Item. Only One Available. This interesting device was used to hold a slow burning match to ignite the charge in muzzle loading cannon prior to the adoption of friction primers. It is 22 overall and consists of a wooden handle, which is cut into four even quarters at one end, with an opening, into which a tightly wrapped paper match would be inserted. A brass collar slides towards the match end of the handle, compressing the segments together