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Arcelin Mousqueton: An 1850s Breechloader with a Ludicrous Bayonet

Arcelin Mousqueton: An 1850s Breechloader with a Ludicrous Bayonet

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Published on June 26, 2020
Duration: 13:10

This video from Forgotten Weapons explores the Arcelin Mousqueton, an 1850s French military bolt-action breechloader. Originally adopted in 1854 for the Cent Gardes, its promising trials were overshadowed by significant operational flaws, including insufficient obturation and a tendency to become difficult to operate, leading to broken bolt handles. The breechloader was quickly replaced. The Arcelin's most striking feature was its unique, full-length sword bayonet with a brass handguard, intended for visual impact rather than practical combat. The video thanks the Cody Firearms Museum for access to this rare firearm.

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