Flintlock Musket

Musket1612EuropeMarin le Bourgeoys

TypeMusket

OriginEurope

Era1612

UsersMarin le Bourgeoys

About Flintlock Musket

Replaced the matchlock, which required a lit slow match. The flint struck steel to create sparks, igniting the powder. Revolutionized warfare because soldiers no longer needed to carry burning ropes. Remained the standard for 200 years. The mechanism was also used in pistols and rifles.

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