We associate cannons inevitably with castles and knights, don’t we? Although, they looked a little different from this model back then. The first to give the heavy cannons some wheels was the Swedish King Gustav Adolf during the Thirty Years’ War in the 1600s, making them more mobile and able to be used in a much more versatile way. Whether this was good or bad is a matter of opinion.

Fortunately, this Canon Wooden Construction Kit is quite harmless because it only shoots feather-light ping-pong balls. To enjoy this, you first have to assemble the 158 parts. Everything you need is already included in the set so you can get started right away with the help of the detailed instructions. Since the assembly is a bit tricky and requires a bit of practice and patience, the kit is more suitable for hobbyists aged 14 and over.

This cannon not only protects the lives and limbs of your fellow human beings but also sensitive noses, ears and the environment. It shoots without fire, smoke or a bang, but instead with a clever mechanism operated with the help of a rubber band.