The India Pattern Brown Bess: An Introduction

[@douglasowler2168]

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[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you kindly.

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@Mack Sarnie DAMN WELL DONE !!

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[@britishmuzzleloaders]

The Channel is beset by a pretty decent bunch, that's for sure! Lot's of great input!

[@armchairgeneralissimo]

I commented on a video that was 2 or 3 years old and he still replied.

[@jesseusgrantcanales]

1:14 I love the report of the Bess, so much power and punch in that shot! I can only imagine a regiment of them firing at once, wonderful sound of a historic piece. Also awesome when you hear the flint strike.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Of real authority for sure!

[@BeKindToBirds]

I've always wished a single side of a reenactment would take place where we could see an accurate number of men and cannon firing full power and shotted muskets. I have a feeling the sound of a true battle would have a much greater effect than part charged blanks. Obviously the focus is one showing the proximity of men across the field and safety regulations for a range are very strict so it's unlikely a reenactment group of sufficient size and professionalism will ever gather on a live range and try it. And there are also too few replica cannon being fired with shot and full powder at events too. The logistics of making it happen would make an event like this rare and difficult but I really do think it would be fascinating to see a full power and drama reenactment under strict circumstances. Having two sides and the long story of battles is also very interesting so hopefully this doesn't get taken as a suggestion for replacement, just addition.

[@trevorpowell4626]

A great introduction to this iconic weapon, can't wait for future instalments.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Trevor!

[@RabbitusMaximus]

Rob, it's great to see you are still making outstanding videos from the muzzleloading era after your evolutions to the Lee Enfield and Martini-Henry series. Thank you!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Still plugging along!

[@ldmitruk]

I imagine McKenzie had to do lots of potato peeling after the intro lecture 🤣

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It's his MOS 😉

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Hahah!

[@raymondkisner9240]

Peyote peeling is his special duty ! Only a well known expert potato peeler would have the rare skill of peeling them so quickly and in great number!

[@glenmcinnes4824]

@@mpetersen6 He is a Chosen Man of the Mess for his expertise in preparing Potatos

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[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind. Spread the word!

[@roscothefirst4712]

0.78 converts to 19.81 mm or 20 mm - that's a massive round 💥That's an impressive presentation you've made. Well done!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

The round was .69 or so...

[@leeham6230]

These muskets could fire a 0.745" projectile (or so), but in combat, they used 0.69". When you want to shoot a lot of lead down range, a smaller projectile is better because of all the powder residue that builds up inside the barrel after firing a few rounds.

[@waynehuff3984]

Well Done! Reminds me of my Grade School Days when we got "A talking too" before a film. You just keep getting better. "Carry On!"

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Carrying On!

[@maximilianfranz2158]

Lmao I thought why tf is he showing a picture of a rooster and laughed like a mad man after realizing

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you got it!

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Me too. Oh Rob, you never disappoint.

[@ls-420stoner6]

Gotta love Rob's sense of humor. When I started watching C&Rsenal it took a few episodes to get used to Othias saying "cocking piece".

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@Fross-888]

Nice been waiting for the Brown Bess to make an appearence on this here channel;)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Hopefully it was an OK introduction.

[@VosperCDN]

Couldn't have learned more about the firearm even with time travel.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind.

[@JosephStealin]

Just when you thought you'd watched everything on KZbin you come across a gold mine of interesting stuff :)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks!

[@string-bag]

Thanks for this Rob! The opening killed me:) That is a beautiful Bess.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you kindly! I was lucky with that one.

[@dukesofdevon]

Superb video sir, also, the sound of that first shot.... what an intro!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@utubecustomer0099805]

Yes! That got my attention also. Well done.

[@georgewashington92]

Dream come true, bought mine from pedersoli some 5 years ago, been waiting for this ever since! Just watched all your vids, have 2 smles and a no4mk2.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

All of them?... Aren't you bored stiff by now?.... :-)

[@georgewashington92]

Just the smle and no4 vids

[@Digmen1]

I could watch you for hours. Your one man battle re-enactments are a classic!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Very kind!

[@vonsprague7913]

I enjoyed this far more than I thought I would as it's a little outside my area of interest. It was interesting and highly informative and with lighter moments. Thanks Rob.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Most welcome!

[@andrewbolay1517]

Britsh Muzzleloaders not only makes these excellent videos he takes the time to respond to almost EVERY question and or comment. A gentleman indeed.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you. That's very kind.

[@SpruceReduce8854]

Ah finally, the Brown Bess! I've always been confused about the differences between the major patterns, but this video has cleared that up

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad it helped!

[@SteveAubrey1762]

As usual, a simply brilliant , informative vide! I do not have an original Brown Bess, but I do have a Pedersoli replica of one. I was astounded that they used 165 - 178 grains of powder. I shot a 55 gallon steel drum that was full of ash from 25 yards. I hid behind a tree when I shot it fearing the ball would bounce back. I was shooting prb , .735 ball over 80 grains of 2 f Goes black powder.The ball penetrated the side of the barrel, sent a plume of ash upward, and punched out the other side. About 6 feet behind the barrel, the ball nicked a tree, cutting a 1/2 inch rip in the truck about 2 inches above the soil. At that point I have no idea where the ball went. That was 80 grains - I can't imagine the service load! Very best regards, JA

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Glad you enjoyed it! The amounts of powder used may have been due in part to the quality of it in the early 1800s

[@medicineman360]

Oh, my! That's some good stuff, right here. What a gorgeous musket!

[@medicineman360]

Rob, two questions: How long did a good flint last? Did they carry a spare? What was the common round count carried by each soldier?

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! A good flint will last dozens of rounds in my experience. Yes, they did carry extras in the bottom of their pouches. You never know when your flint will shatter or be of lesser quality... Rounds per man?.... 60.

[@medicineman360]

That (flint life) is something I never considered. Thanks!

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Fantastic.....and NO adverts too, thanks for the upload 😎....my new favourite channel.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@SmallSoldier]

I'm a military modeller and this channel should come in very handy as a reference guide. I also have a KZbin channel dedicated to military modelling. Great video sir!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Nice work there!

[@duoldyraurbef7949]

Respect from China, you are like a real Highland soldier from 1810. I can see you put real good effort in making this video, thank you sir!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you.

[@gonzo1the1first]

I finally made it back to this channel after a while, it's great to see you keep up your great content. Best wishes (:

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you and welcome back!

[@BeKindToBirds]

What a perfect specimen of a barrel chested mustache man to learn from. God bless you sir, the effort you have out into your work is of the absolute highest caliber possible. And what a rifle and kit!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@highdesertdrifter7718]

This is an absolutely outstanding video my friend. been a fan for years, keep it up! there are alot of us frontstuffer and military history guys out there

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you! Great to hear from you!

[@gordonkirkland6092]

Honestly one of the best parts of these videos is the gorgeous scenery in the background. Of course all aspects of the video are perfectly splendid. Good luck with your channel.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@presidentlouis-napoleonbon8889]

Finally the musket !!! I love it!! Thank you so much for this video.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are most welcome!

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You are the BEST my friend!! I am a former Warrant Officer Canadian Army served in Bosnia and Kosovo a generation ago!!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Thankfully those places are different now, due to those like you!

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OMG, that intro had me giggling..... :)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad to hear !

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What a News Year’s gift to us! Bravo mate, well done. I really enjoy all your content, but this one was next level...

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad to hear! Thanks.

[@TheMwarrior50]

Perfect introduction lmao

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

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We are all going to be peeling an awful of potatoes because of this video.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Ahahaha!

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Thank you young man,another excellent presentation,I see your company is living on good rations,

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

What?

[@FeedMeMister]

You consistently outdo yourself, sir. Carry on.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@klonidier]

I’ve been wondering when, or if, you were going to get to the Brown Bess. I’m looking forward to this video and hopefully series on the Brown Bess.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Indeed, work on the next video has already started.

[@Olekman]

Thank you for this video, it was very informative and the few bits of humour sprinkled here and there were appreciated. It's great to have such exhaustive video on such historically important weapon.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@westcoaster7.62]

Enjoy your videos thoroughly, well done sir!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@thelonerider9693]

"A wall of stout hearts and bristling steel". Those words from that historical account are perhaps the most awesome thing I have ever heard. I'm not even British (American here) but it makes me want to pick up a beer and make a toast to those guys.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Haha! Toast away!

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Always love hearing the Blaydon Races playing over your videos.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

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Love your excellent and eloquently-scripted videos, with a theatrical element that's good-humoured but never campy. Great stuff.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind!

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Happy new year everybody:)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

And to you!

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That is very kind! Spread the word!

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Yet another excellent, informative and interesting video. Happy New Year to you sir.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you! And to you!

[@simmerinzimmerman8751]

You have no idea how long I’ve been waiting for this video

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Hopefully it has sufficed for now.

[@bmoney2011]

"Coincidentally, my liege, that's how we know the lock plate to be banana-shaped..."

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Haha!

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Thank you for introducing us! Wonderful work once again!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you too!

[@RiflemanMoore]

Props for the Python reference. The rest of the video was also excellent!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers Simon!

[@PunchCatcher]

Well done again. Excellent, informative, and nicely catered to the general adolescent sense of humor we all seem to share.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

I had a "pull my finger" joke in there, but decided that it was too much... not really....

[@ninjaturkey100]

I'd love to see some videos on even earlier firearms, though with their general lack of standardisation I suppose it would be difficult to trace their origins and developments. Brilliant video too, by the way.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

There is a video on matchlocks and one on the Kammerlader (not older of course, but different) in the Misc Playlist, if you are interested.

[@BeKindToBirds]

I think the Bess was the first firearm globally ever built to a standard pattern instead of a bespoke production for a specific regimental contract. There could be earlier examples

[@paperswan]

Sir, you just cured my terminal depression, thank you!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind.

[@Strato50]

I made it to "Have... a ring" before laughing.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Mighty stoic you were until then!

[@davidschaadt5929]

The wedding ring.bess style.

[@JohnWayne_]

You, Cap and Ball, and Bloke on the Range are one's of the best on KZbin on historical firearms

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@pvt.t-bone9277]

Finally the good ole bess!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Yup!

[@robertmalmgren4640]

I started watching your videos after purchasing my Baker rifle. Very thorough and enjoyable

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Nice! Is it a Baker "rifle" or is it actually rifled?

[@misterangel8486]

How to combine historical weapons with a good sense of humour 😂👍 Very informative and... Buhahaaahaaa🤣👍 You crack me up sir, thank you👏👏

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Haha! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@alexschneider9021]

Great video as always! Can't wait for more. I have a 2nd Model Brown Bess, Black powder all the way!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@PlazmaKeks]

How can this video have so few views ?!? Hello forgotten weapons crowd, this is the chanell you need sub also !!!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

That is very kind.... Spread the word if you feel so inclined! Cheers.

[@Kowalski089]

Forgotton Weapons crowd here; just arrived recently, and what a gem of a channel :)

[@doctoruttley]

Finally got myself a high quality reproduction of a short cavalry Brown Bess because of these videos. I love it, and love shooting it. Beautiful musket and gets lots of attention. Thank you for these awesome videos!👏🏻👏🏻🇨🇦

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Congratulations! Something so grand about a flintlock!

[@thebullfrog9416]

Hi do you know why some Scottish regiments had the the Brim on their feather bonnets while others didn't I can't seem to find thing on it

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

The peak was a campaign addition... typically it was a separate piece, simply tied around the outside with tapes...

[@thebullfrog9416]

@@britishmuzzleloaders ok thank you for that that's actually really helpful because I've been wondering about it for a while but I can't find anything on p.s I'm pretty sure you're Canadian but I'm not 100% sure could you confirm or deny these accusations Lol and where you ever in the military and what made you do interest in Highland uniforms specifically and why not say just the infantry or dragoons lol I don't know I would be very interested int it as for myself i just like the look of them in their kilts it something different and unique and cool looking and I've got Scottish heritage so that might be

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

@@thebullfrog9416 I'm Canadian.

[@leighluvsrats]

Just discovered your channel! Love it so far! I love British military history 😍

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Welcome!

[@Sheerwater909]

I'm fed up with praising your presentations Rob. Just take it as read!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

OK. Taken.

[@thelonerider9693]

Thank you for combining the history with the practical demonstration. I have a growing interest in historical firearms, am so glad I discovered these videos! There is so much to learn about this topic...

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@fredbateman5315]

I love the his gun

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

It's got a certain quality to it, for sure.

[@fredbateman5315]

Indeed, that’s all we need to say: it is a brilliant gun for its time

[@JustMelsie]

WOW, that first shot. What a sound.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Good acoustics that day!

[@dylan4964]

3:15 huzzah to the highland emigrants

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Huzza.

[@killzoneisa]

First video of you for me for the new year.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@PaletoB]

Me and my Brown Bess had a very intimate time together in bed while watching this video......

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Don’t roll over in your sleep!

[@aodhagantadhgobuachalla7791]

I must say your community engagement is astounding

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@nerfspartanEBF25]

You know, if you hadn't had that skit saying "STOP GIGGLING AT THE WORD COCK", I wouldn't have laughed at all watching it, the skit was funnier than any lewd joke!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Wolverius]

Congratulations for the channel, you are a funny and serious guy at the same time and also this is a public service for history

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@davidtong2776]

Another well done video, Thank you so much.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are most welcome!

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Have seen off and on content or collab with b.o.t.r. and must say love content. Military amrs History and info in such depth is great and the humor is spot on as well. Subscribed and catch n up on all videos, and love the engagement with fans/ comments and genuine great content and just as genuine/ great creator. Looking to get into b.p. arms for some time now thanks to you and cap and ball. Keep up great work.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you for the subby and I hope there is lot's more of interest here! Cheers.

[@PROSPECTBARN]

I have an India pattern and I learned a great deal about it from that film. Thank you. Your work is to be admired.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very Kind!

[@The1Blackwatch]

Brilliant .....love the opening!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@stefanfrank4043]

Great Video, as always! Perfectly investigated information and background knowledge!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!

[@JamesLaserpimpWalsh]

Lovely shot of the mountain n the background. What epic scenery. Cheers for the upload.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are welcome!

[@philgreen815]

A fascinating insight in to the Brown Bess. I was a black powder shooter in my younger years, percussion cap and flintlock. Sadly I now only have an inert Brown Bess carbine display piece which I treasure. Many thanks for a great video.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are most welcome.!

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Awesome video! That original musket is simply beautiful.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

It is indeed! Very lucky.

[@stuartmccloud307]

Brilliant video, thanks for making it. My dad has a Brown Bess on his wall, im gonna pay it some close attention.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Good! Find out what pattern it is.

[@rosssmithies8331]

Excellent content as always good sir! I've shot a Bess a few times, and and was always impressed to see it's robustness, for such a graceful (although not perhaps as elegant as her French dancing partner...) weapon. And let's be honest, 17 inches of Sheffield steel is always a bonus...

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I suppose.. The French take on muskets seems to be rather organic in shape. I prefer uprightness and straight lines, personally... :-) Nevertheless, thank you for the kind words!

[@yt.602]

Fascinating history of the musket and the kit notes are great too. Keep it up, living, practical history like these videos are a great resource.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NW_Ranger]

Sir, excellent work… as always! I gave a well deserved thumbs up! Thank you!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Much appreciated!

[@LAGARTOKID]

Thanks, I'm making a game situated in 1813 and needed some informations regarding the Brown Bess, this was an amazing piece of knowledge and fun.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad it helped! Cheers!

[@notarokescientist3003]

I have gained a new found respect for this weapon due to your videos.

[@ogilkes1]

A great beginning to what looks to another very informative series. Looking forward to the rest. The references section is very useful. Happy volley fire!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheHumanSynthesisProject]

Very cool, your enthusiasm is infectious

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@cheesenoodles8316]

Great video on the Brown Bess....if asked to name a military flintlock longarm...that is what springs to mind. Smart looking kit too.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@TheWirksworthGunroom]

Magnificent Sir! You truly set the standard! A happy New Year to you and yours. Behhhhh....

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Neil!

[@marshallamb4744]

An awesome and detailed introduction. Thank you very much!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are most welcome!

[@OutnBacker]

Freakin hilarious! Also, I have to compliment you on your steady eye at the point of the pan going off. Good follow-through.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Such a fun arm to fire!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Such a fun arm to fire!

[@johnfisk811]

Fine work Rob and good to see that firelock again.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks John. It was good to finally get it going!

[@liamcook752]

You are a remarkable person. Thank you very much for the great content! Liked and subscribed :)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

No remarkable, just interested in the history. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the subby.

[@WesleyMR_]

Happy new year Rob!! Always love your videos

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@emilchen9866]

One of the best channels

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@weels1886]

Very well produced video. Very entertaining and informative.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@smellyfella5077]

Great introduction to a weapon that definitely forged history. And, your regimental coate looks awesome; I have a French shako made by Peter Twist years ago

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Good quality from Peter!