The Afghan Long Rifle or Traditional Jezail
The Afghan Long Rifle, or Jezail, was a formidable flintlock rifle used by Afghan tribesmen. Its rifled barrel and peep sights gave it a significant range advantage (300-400m) over British smoothbores (100-150m) during conflicts like the First Anglo-Afghan War. Despite its accuracy, the Jezail presented challenges in handling and reloading, particularly in mountainous terrain and winter conditions.









