Videos tagged with Edo Period

This guide details the operation of the rare Japanese 3-Barrel Swivel-Breech Matchlock pistol, a unique firearm from the Edo period. Instruction focuses on the manual barrel rotation mechanism, single matchlock hammer engagement, and the pistol's intended use as a close-range defensive weapon. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on detailed historical and mechanical explanations.

This lecture details the intricate process of loaning museum objects, focusing on a Japanese armor case study. It covers the conservation assessment, treatment, mounting, packing, and transportation of delicate artifacts. The presentation highlights the collaborative efforts between conservation, curatorial, and technical teams to ensure the safety and preservation of historical items during transit and display in other institutions.

This video from the Royal Armouries, presented by Natasha Bennett, offers an in-depth look at Japanese arms and armor, covering everything from the lamellar construction of Samurai armor to the evolution of the Japanese matchlock. It details the social significance of the Daisho and the distinct characteristics of Sengoku and Edo period armor.