First Pnuematic.....

Cannons powered by pneumatic pressure (compressed gas) using a valve or other release.
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Cannon Name-Minus's Sniper
Type of Cannon- Pnuematic
Chamber Size- 15" x 1-1/2" pvc (26.5CI)
Barrel Size- 30" x 3/4" cpvc (13.25CI)
Gas Source- 150 psi air compressor
Valve- Pnuematically actuated 1" sprinkler valve
Ammunition- Paintballs and Marbles
Other Details- Took design cues from the Barrett M107. Decorative muzzle break and barrel shroud, Breech loading, Pistol trigger, Flat black paint job. This was my first gun, and definitely won't be the last. The best part is having your boss ask when it's going to be finished so he can shoot it!! Oh, and marbles blowing up spray paint cans is so much fun!!!
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View of the barrel shroud and bracing.
View of the barrel shroud and bracing.
The sprinkler valve, and air pressure gauge (don't want the chamber blowing up in my face...)
The sprinkler valve, and air pressure gauge (don't want the chamber blowing up in my face...)
The business end with the muzzle break.
The business end with the muzzle break.
Padded stock, Spyder One trigger mechanism, and breech load
Padded stock, Spyder One trigger mechanism, and breech load
The whole thing. Stands in at 53" tall.
The whole thing. Stands in at 53" tall.
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:shock: Thats one meanie
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I envy you.

Also haow did you get that handle?

What is that stick on the top? breech loaded?
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niiiiice! how did u use a paintball gun handle for this?
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That is a very nice looking gun and I like the paintjob a lot. You should consider getting a regulated CO2 on there for fasting firing. Looks good. :D
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b-e-a-utiful gun
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Nice stock! The handle definitely finishes it off.
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wow...thanks for all the comments. The handle is from an old Spyder One pb gun I had from years ago. The "stick" on top is the breech loader. Think I'm gonna shorten it a little though...make it less obtrusive. The trigger actually pushes open the blow gun that actuates the sprinkler valve. The blow gun is actually inside the stock right above the trigger. Shortly after the trigger, there is an "exhaust hose" coming out of the stock for the blow gun to vent.
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I love it! That thing is big and beautiful. Great first gun.
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A Damn nice gun indeed. The sad thing is your first one kicks all my guns butts in looks. I think thats one of the nicest cannons on the forums lately.
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I'll also mention that all the pvc logos/writing was sanded down so the whole gun is smooth. Plus, before it was painted, there were no cement stains!!!
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Are you entering it? because you should, that is the best first cannon i have ever seen, You should add a scope or a laser. :D
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what he said, that is one nice cannon best one ive seen around here lately, like what youve done with it i cant wait to see your next cannon 8)
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Yeah, I want to enter it, but not sure how exactly. I've read the contest info. Any help??? Oh, and the next will probably be a tennis ball, golf ball, or bouncy ball launcher. Might even make my own piston valve instead of a sprinkler valve.
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PM pimpmann he'll tell you how to enter,im building a GB with a piston instead of sprinkler theyre cheaper to build then buy
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