Civil War Mortar Pencil Shapener

This Civil War Mortar Pencil Sharpener is a great gift for any history enthusiast.

This Civil War Mortar Pencil Sharpener is a great gift for any history enthusiast. The mortar was considered a "siege" weapon. Even though it weighed more 1,000 pounds, it was still light enough to be transported on a mortar wagon. This portability allowed the cannon to be used with infantry maneuvers. Mortars often fired round shot that looked like bowling ball. The overall damage created by a mortar bombardment rarely did significant physical damage, but the effect of screeching shells and tremendous explosions was intense and often enough to drive enemies from their posts. Features Die-cast Copper/Bronze Color Highly detailed replica Great collector’s item Dimensions Size 2 1/2" x 1 3/4"