Replica 16th century matchlock pistol

[rob.mat]

Here is one of my past projects. I downloaded pictures of this pistol from an auction site, together with the length of the barrel. I was able to paste the pictures into AutoCAD and create a 3d model that was as faithful to the original as possible. I based the replica on the Cad drawings and my knowledge of Japanese matchlock technology that by and large avoids screw threads - everything apart from the breech plug was held together with pins. Here are some pictures
Rob

 

[Ulma Doctor]

very cool!

 

[Chewy]

Damn!!! Excellent!! I wish I could do that. Does it shoot?

 

[rob.mat]

This one doesn't, but I made 2 that do (they were registered as UK firearms). I used them to compete in muzzle loading competitions

 

[vin]

Is that a "safety" to swing out to open the "pan"

 

[Dhal22]

Odd differences, gun laws. My friends older brother (Canadian) was a gun fanatic. Harsh, extreme rules in Canada and virtually zero rules here in the south. He had a dual citizenship and hated the differences.

 

[rob.mat]

Is that a "safety" to swing out to open the "pan"

Yes. You load powder patch and ball, then open cover and prime pan. Close cover, attach burning match cord - and hope it doesn't go off till you aim and actually pull the trigger!
Rob

 

[Diecutter]

The Cap and Ball U-tube site has an excellent recent video showing the entire U.K. registration and proofing procedure for all firearms. Talk about strict!