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Matchlock How late 15th to mid 16th... 2nd December 2008, 04:23 PM

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Matchlock

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Originally Posted by RDGAC

Might we be seeing something similar here: early European gunsmiths (at their own impulse, or the instigation of their buyers) attempting to improve the breed?

Thank you, RDGAC,

Fascinating point. I just can't actually imagine how to do it. Do you have an idea?

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