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Matchlock Musket vs Wheellock Pistol
Side-by-side technical comparison
Matchlock Musket
Other WeaponsDiscontinued
Wheellock Pistol
Other WeaponsDiscontinued
Overview
Spec
Matchlock Musket
Wheellock Pistol
Production
1420–1720
1500–1680
Units produced
Millions across Europe and Asia
Thousands (handcrafted individually)
Specifications
Spec
Matchlock Musket
Wheellock Pistol
Overall length
1,400-1,900 mm (55-75 in) typical
450-600 mm (18-24 in) typical
Barrel length
1,000-1,400 mm (39-55 in) typical
250-400 mm (10-16 in) typical
Weight
6-9 kg (13-20 lb) typical
1.5-2.5 kg (3.3-5.5 lb) typical
Magazine capacity
Single-shot, muzzle-loaded
Single-shot, muzzle-loaded
Action type
Matchlock ignition, smoothbore
Wheellock ignition, smoothbore
Trigger type
Serpentine lever mechanism
Single-stage, linked to wheel release
Sights
Fixed front bead sight
Fixed front bead sight
Calibers
Matchlock Musket
Wheellock Pistol