This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" explores the history and characteristics of the Afghan Jezail, a distinctive long rifle from the Middle East. It highlights the jezail's unique design features, including its extraordinarily long barrel and curved buttstock, often attributed to stylistic rather than functional reasons. The video discusses the prevalent use of flintlock mechanisms, which remained common in tribal areas due to the limited availability of percussion caps well into the 20th century. It also touches upon the jezail's construction, often utilizing components from British Brown Bess muskets, and its surprising accuracy and effectiveness, even in historical conflicts like the First Afghan War. The segment also warns about the prevalence of fakes in the antique firearms market, emphasizing the need for discernment when acquiring these historical arms.
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