Case-shot is a projectile used in ordnance for fighting at close quarters. It consists of a thin metal case containing a large number of bullets or other small projectiles, such as musketballs, stones, or old pieces of iron. Case-shot was formerly called canister, though the term now used occurs as early as 1625.

See also

• Canister shot
• Grapeshot
• Shrapnel shell

References

Firearms

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