When it comes to the matchlock musket and arquebus an often asked question -- what was the expected rate of fire for these weapons? In this video join Brian as he discusses the rate of fire for a matchlock musket and what a reasonable expectation may be. How were formations of musketeers deployed to account for their rate of fire? And as always if you like our videos please like, subscribe and if you have questions or a thought, please leave a comment.

How does the archer stack up? -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUM70jrZt8w

If you would like to learn more about the matchlock ignition system, be sure to check out Brian’s video introduction to the matchlock –

The Matchlock Arquebus -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sfsb0AecH4

To learn more about other 16th and 17th century firearm ignition systems be sure to check out our videos about the wheellock and snaphaunce –

Wheellock Ignition System -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YRg2fhy19Q
Snaphaunce Ignition System -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnG_EJMuzi8

To learn about the English arms and armour employed in Virginia in the early 17th century check out Brian and Charles in the Soldiers of the Virginia Company and Fred as he discusses the reproduction of mail armour for use at Jamestown Settlement.

Soldiers of the Virginia Company -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uHN-S_BvGY
17th Century English Mail Armour -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieVoP6aHIbs