Breech Loading Durs Egg Carbine
Flintlock Long Guns
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6m 59s
In this video Matt takes a look at an early breech loader made by gunsmith Durs Egg, based on Giuseppe Crespi's action. We examine how the action worked, the weapon's unusual bayonet and some of the history behind the weapon. Check out our website https://armourersbench.com for an in-depth article looking at the context, origins, history and development of the Durs Egg Carbine! - https://armourersbench.com/2017/08/13/crespi-breech-loading-carbine/ If you enjoy our work please consider supporting us via Patreon, TAB is a viewer supported channel and any help is very much appreciated! We have some great new perks, check out our Patreon page here: https://www.patreon.com/thearmourersbench
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