Cannon Names

Discussion in 'Weapons & Pneumatics' started by Renodemona, Mar 8, 2012.

  1. Renodemona

    Renodemona Well-Known Member

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    Hey there! I know some folks name their cannons to inspire them to further greatness, I know I sure do. What are some of the names you've given to your naval artillery pieces? Here's a few of my favorites:
    "Faith" Haymaker on the Fuso
    "Medusa" Bow sidemount on the Hindenburg
    "Copperhead Road" Bow/sidemount on the Nagato
    "Grudge Thrower" Stern gun on the Moltke
    "Haka Umi" 1 of the stern guns on Ise (translates roughly to 'sea witch')
     
  2. Kotori87

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    SMS Prinz Eugen's front triple is officially named the "Grease Gun", but torpedo-boat skippers simply call it "bad news".

    DKM Spahkreuzer's torpedoes were called the "bricks".

    I haven't named the Mikasa's guns yet. I'll think of something once I know how the ship handles herself in combat.
     
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    Violent Phil
    Deiters Monkey
     
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    From this day forward, my Mogador's cannon will be known as the the Noisy Cricket!
     
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    Violent Phill....awesome!
     
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    Violent Phil is my new stern side-mount... I love it... converted from my best stern gun