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matchlock
The matchlock was the first mechanism invented to facilitate the firing of a hand-held firearm. Before this, firearms (like the hand cannon) had to be fired by applying a lit match (or equivalent) to the priming powder in the flash pan by hand; this had to be done carefully, taking most of the soldier's concentration at the moment of firing, or in some cases required a second soldier to fire the weapon while the first held the weapon steady. Adding a matchlock made the firing action simple and reliable by a single soldier, allowing them to keep both hands steadying the gun and eyes on the target while firing.
Hey all, thanks for looking.
I have a replica 1700s Tanegashima match lock musket. I believe it is made by Dixie Gun Works. It is missing the ramrod and the trigger guard.
Now the story on this thing... I had received a call at the shop that I work at about someone trying to find a new home...
On the latest In Range TV Q&A session, Karl was asked "Would it be beneficial for modern shooters to learn how to shoot a flintlock, matchlock, cap and ball, etc. type rifle?" His answer is:
For the front-stuffing aficionados, how would you answer the inquiry?
...Are what these shooters are using. Note that the long arms are not held against the shoulder but are held against the cheek. This ain't no Rendezvous but I hope that some of you will like it.