Operating the Landsknecht arquebuse of the late 15th century - TEASER
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- Опубліковано 16 жов 2024
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Short barreled black powder guns have always interested me. I'd love to see some velocity and accuracy comparisons between different barrel lengths on these. Keep up the awesome content!
They just used faster twist rates
@@Bouzoukiellas 15th century weapons would have been smoothbore
Somewhere I read the length of 20 inches for a barrel was ideal and past that did not improve velocities.
@@FelixMangrove The velocity gains are rapidly diminishing after 20" for large bore guns, but it depends on bore size and loading. Also, Rifling was introduced in the last decade of the 15th century, Maximillian I had at least one rifled matchlock made for him.
They already had garbage accuracy so cant be much of a downgrade
Wonderful stuff. Great to see what state-of-the-art firepower looked like over 500 years ago.
@@Theshropshireratter That's not really true. Historically, people were way more pragmatic than what we tend to give them credit for. They'd use whatever would get the job done, particularly on the battlefield. A vague concept of "honor" wasn't really as important as simple common sense - you'd be looked down upon if you, for instance, were needlessly cruel or such.
The only situations in which such concepts would be important would be in contexts of duels and such, but these were the exception, not the norm.
@@Theshropshireratter Not really.
Fantastic, imagine what a feathered cap would add to that thumping shot.
And striped tights in crazy colours plus baggy pants,
How things work has fascinated this old engineer for all my life. Thanks for showing a matchlock in action.
Nice arquebus!
A friend of mine made a rifled version of that and it is dead accurate.
Try a patched ball. I use patched ball in my English matchlock .54 caliver and I can cut a playing card at 25 feet. You’ll have to spend some time working up the right powder/patch/ball combination, but you can get surprising results.
back in the day theyd cherry pick and blend wet and dry patches of grass as wadding, simply twist them into a string and spool them into a disc. theyd stay taut against lining of barrel. cost zero cents
Very interesting! Still a matchlock but it actually has a spring under tension to drop the lit cord into the pan. Unique and interesting! I look forward to the full video!
This is a true matchlock -- match is what they called the smoldering cord (often treated with lead acetate to help it hold its coal); the "lock" held this back against the spring until the trigger was pulled. Earlier versions with a serpentine didn't have a lock, just a friction-restrained pivot so the match wouldn't fall into the pan under its own weight. This one surely had shorter lock time, which meant better potential for accuracy. This is probably about as sophisticated as you'll get without some engineering skill to design the lockwork; this lock works a lot like a crossbow trigger.
@@owenlloyd4382 I totally agree. I was in Walmart the other day wandering around the Arquebus aisle. They had short barrel models, medium barrel and long barrel. You could buy different lengths of matches and they even had some hats that you could roll it around for storage. After I was finished on the matchlock aisle I wandered over to the wheellock and then the flintlock aisle. I shook my head as I realized there was nothing unique about any of these vintage firearms. They were totally common. I mean who would choose this junk over an AR-15?
@@owenlloyd4382 It was common when Old MacDonald was just MacDonald
It's wonderful to see a matchlock in use, I can't wait for the full video.
This channel never ceases to amaze me. Most of the time it comes complete with a history lesson which is always interesting. Good stuff!
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Thanks!
That is definitely on my to buy list for the future, simply just hilariously cool. Happy weekend and looking forward for the full video.
Such a simple yet effective and beautiful piece of a gun.
Wow, first time capandball shooting a matchlock. Cant wait for the full video.
Amazing, Love matchlocks
Thank you for another excellent presentation.
Imagine, under battle or hunting conditions, trying to protect the match and powder from rain and wind.
The Japanese created little umbrellas and boxes out of oiled rice paper to shield the match.
I have shot my matchlock in mid winter and the wind is no problem but high humidity/drizzle is a serious problem.
The thing I dislike most about matchlocks is the unreliability. I have had mine crush the hot ember out in a pan full of black powder on many occasions. You would think it was impossible, given how flammable the powder is. But even on dry days, with a glowing hot match, I have had issues with it snuffing the match out instead of igniting.
Try a finer grade powder for the pan and slowly landing the match
@@nicholasmaximus3412 it was 4f powder. You can't really get finer than that. And that particular matchlock is a snapping matchbook. It is a reproduction of one from the Mary Rose wreck. It is designed to snap into the pan. This isn't something I am doing wrong. It is an inherent flaw in the design. And part of the reason they moved to better styles of locks.
@@chrisr251 ooooh you should've explained it was a snufflock, I apologize and move on lol
Ok, many things have peeked my interest with this one. The short barrel that rivals modern pdws. The mechanism, the fact that it's a 15th century design that makes me want one for muzzle loader deer season.
Or home defense season
I don't think the barrel is actually all that short by modern standards, looks to be about 16". Still, a very compact package overall.
i remember reading a book when i was a young teen that had these in it and it really surprised me that they had firearms technology so close to what i consider castle times. seeing one shoot is cool.
The Glorious Magyar has graced us with a video!
Yes, there is a lot of happiness from this powerful toy, I also have a big smile after watching the video. 😊
I really looking forward to seeing more of this guy sorry I don't know your name I like how you demonstrate the use of old firearms I like the one from the US civil war and and up to the 14th century
Balázs is the name.
@@capandball Thank you
The old guns give the hell of a punch! - Leadballs from a smooth barrel may not be the most accurate, but they do a lot of damage on the target. I would love to see that calibre shot on a gel block in comparison to a modern weapon, same calibre!
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Inefficient as it was , there is something undeniably evocative about a matchlock arquebus
For its time it was a remarkably efficient firearm. Simple to maintain, accurate, and easy to use. Even well into the age of flint locks, matchlocks were still used for hunting and protection.
@@Beuwen_The_Dragon indeed it was a marvel for it's age. It's just that a weapon that won't function in adverse weather seems like a major handicap when a longbow or crossbow definitely will. But as I say, Im a sucker for matchlocks lol
Such a simple, but beautiful weapon.
That was bloody brilliant mate!
Best wishes from an Australian fan.
What a beautiful piece! I am looking forward to the full video.
All of the best guns have wood stocks! I miss the artistry that went into firearms production, and have always wanted an heirloom worthy piece. Found a new channel to begin my search!
I always enjoy seeing your smile ear to ear after firing. To think something so violent could bring such happiness? I think it's in awe that it worked.
What is violent about shooting?
I like that short handy carbine. I look forward to the presentation
Looking forward to the next video.
I know it says 'TEASER' but this is really all I wanted to see. Short and simple.
Oooooh I’m hyped now
I love seeing all of these weapons and content. Thanks again cap and ball
I also wanted to see the accuracy of an old matchlock. Can’t wait to see this video
Happy to see you again.
You always bring a smile to my face!
I will build a matchlock rifle very soon.
Amazing stuff.
I believe some of the old ones had copper alloy barrels, snap lock and were fired using a smoldering schwamm. The pictures also seem to suggest a lot of folks didn't bother to shoulder these!
Just awesome! I smiled just watching this!
Sweet! Look forward to the full video!
I have an English Civil Wat repro matchlock musket, and I must say you're brave to put your face so close to the flash pan!
beautiful
Good shot! Killed that knight.
What a handy looking boomstick.
The lock time is really impressing for a matchlock!
That was a spectacular shot
Awesome! Hope to see more of that in a future video.
Beautiful weapon and seems it hits what u aim at
another video to brighten the day
so much fun i had to watch it again
You play with the best toys. How far was that target? I guess you'll tell us in the full version. 🏆
The metal popper was at 25m.
@@capandball got it,thanks!
Now I really want to see the whole video!
I have shot a few black powder rifles over the years but that was always stuff from like the 1800's. It's sort of impressive to see how much of a improvement even that stuff was compared to this.
Making your own tinders for tinder snaplocks is easy and fun. You find that fungus at many rotting trees in the forest. Cut them into stripes, dry them and soak them in a hot salpetre solution. When you cannot get any use some blackpowder instead.
A couple of questions:
1. One thing I learned in the army was to always have your kit ready and also to always be aware that bad shit likes to surprise you. So with that said, do you know if Arquebusiers ever kept their Arquebus already loaded should they need to use it suddenly? I'm leaning towards no because maybe the charge, ball and paper come loose through regular movement. If that's not the case where you can load it up and the load doesn't lose its integrity, that's probably what I'd do in order to minimize the load time.
2. How did Arquebusiers ignite the rope back in the day where they didn't have lighters? Did they have something like a lighter but with a more complex function/different mechanism?
Thanks!
They would generally Carry a number of preloaded ‘cartridges” tied around a bandolier, each containing a measure of powder and shot.
And aye, when patrolling or standing watch you would keep your arquebus loaded, as you would a crossbow.
On such long days, you would keep several long lengths of slow match wrapped around your arquebus, keeping it lit all the while, and trade them out as they burned down. Usually you would have brazier nearby should your match go out.
Likewise in the battlefield encampments, you would have braziers on hand to quickly light your long slow match, before marching into the field.
Really interesing to see such a rare and old type of firearm in action.
You have very steady hands, if not for the smoke for brief moment i thought my video was buffering..
Почему, когда он в конце улыбнулся прямо в камеру, у меня в голове зазвучало: "Jörg von Frundsberg führt uns an, tra-la-la-la, la-la-la!"?..🤔🤤
That one will be useful for both Levy Infantrymen with a bit of similarity to the Streltsy, light cavalry, and Landsknecht.
Passion and Beauty of vintage Shooting ✌ pozdrawiam serdecznie z Polski
He smiles... and i understand exactly why, with a litle envy ;-)
You are an absolute MADMAN!!!!😅
WOW, that is something
imagine using that back then in battle, or hunting
far out
Impressive good sir, impressive indeed.
Glorious
Absolutely glorious
That is very impressive, sir.
That is awesome!
Hey an happy new year!!!
Enemy: “what are you doing?”
Him: “waiting for the fuse to burn”
I'd end it with that smile too. Nice!
I need one of these in my life. Not sure who made the one in the video, but if Pedersoli started making them, I know I would be in line to get one.
Can't wait for this one!!! Also CANT WAIT FOR A 14TH CENTURY HANDGONNE!!!!!!!!!... Please 🥺 (With real slow burning, serpentine powder so you can actually aim the thing)
I cannot make powder unfortunately...
Во-во !У меня такая самодельная была только поменьше.
Чуть без глаз не остался!
(fires volley torward the enemy with the arquebus)
* enemy complains of the superior firepower *
"Guess you guys aren't ready for that yet..but your kids are gonna love it"
Who made that beauty? Here in America it is so hard to find matchlock builders!
oh man, I love matchlock firearms what a treat
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Wonderfull!
Historicly super interesting.
every man using a powderhorn is a man of culture
c'est intéressant de voir le recul que ça fait de tirer avec une telle arme et le temps que ça prend pour recharger.
Man, where do you get these COOL TOYS?
More importantly, where can I get one?
Jó estét, egy újabb remek videó!
Pleas can you tell me where I can find Hungarian hunting regulation rules.
I wonder how in Hungary are formed hunting fields, and what is the relationship of all this with the landowners?🇱🇹
I have been wanting to build a matchlock for years. I will get a bit more information and do it.
Awesome! I am looking forward to the video :):)
Matchlocks are so underrated.
i cant figure out the trigger mechanism on this thing? im amazed how much firepower they had in 15th century.
You fire this gun with the button on the lock plate operated by the left hand.
Nasty Bugger. Hope it doesn't rain. Looks to be accurate enough.
back then the difference between guns and artillery was not as evident as today
I'd love to see a comparison with its rivals of the day! The longbow, crossbow, the pike... :D
The kinetic energy of a ball from one of these although usually with a far longer barrel could be suprisingly high,Anything up to 2000 ft pound force and nearly twenty times that of an arrow from a longbow,fired into a tightly grouped opposing force each round wouls probably account for two or three of the enemy in one way or another so it's little surprise archery quickly became redundant.
Archery also became redundant because an archer needed to be trained for many years, while a firearm could be somewhat competently handled by any peasant in a matter of a few days.
holy shit, that recoil is brutal
Hell yes! Black powder and fire!
Great piece , do you have a link where i can buy one of those ... thank 👍
That hit the target With some authority.
Thanks!
Ever since I got a flintlock I've been itching for something even more primitive.
C n b I got new site on muzzleloader and walked it in on paper, stopped inch before bullseye, save that for next shot. Watching you always
Now that's serious stopping power.
Nice shot!
Suddenly:Johann Nicolaus von Dreyse invents the needle-gun 😱
Like to see more of this gun!
I built a more primitive version of one of these with hardware store items, a .60 cal. smoothebore flintlock pistol barrel, and hickory wood stock from a tree in my yard. It works, but would not use it for home defense.....lol.
same except i took a power drill to a round metal bar i found on the road. its whole trigger mechanism is a fence wire wrapped around a screw.
Pretty much the first carbine. Cute!
"Arrgh!" 🏴☠️ ☠️ 🦜