Ye Olde Medieval BOOM STICK (The Original Hand Cannon !!!)

Published on January 16, 2025
Duration: 19:09

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of a reproduction medieval hand cannon, 'Ye Olde Boomstick,' by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The test focuses on the weapon's ability to penetrate historical armor using a large lead ball and buckshot. It also evaluates the effectiveness of the integrated defensive spike for post-shot use. Scott's high-energy, authoritative presentation highlights the raw power and historical context of early firearms.

Quick Summary

The 'Ye Olde Boomstick,' a medieval hand cannon reproduction, fires an 8-bore barrel using black powder. Expert Scott from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrated its power, with a 900-grain lead ball penetrating steel armor. The weapon also features a defensive spike that effectively punctured armor with manual force.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Ye Olde Boomstick
  2. 01:44Technical Overview of the Hand Cannon
  3. 02:56Ballistic Testing Setup with Armor
  4. 05:25First Test: 900-Grain Lead Ball vs. Armor
  5. 06:17Armor Penetration Analysis
  6. 11:06Testing 'Ye Olde Buckshot' Load
  7. 14:44Defensive Spike Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Ye Olde Boomstick' and how does it function?

The 'Ye Olde Boomstick' is a reproduction of a medieval hand cannon. It features an 8-bore barrel, uses black powder as propellant, and is ignited via a slow-burning fuse or matchlock-style system. It fires large projectiles like a 900-grain lead ball.

Can the 'Ye Olde Boomstick' penetrate medieval armor?

Yes, the 900-grain lead ball fired from the 'Ye Olde Boomstick' successfully penetrated a steel breastplate and chainmail armor in testing. However, smaller buckshot loads failed to penetrate the same armor.

What is the secondary function of the 'Ye Olde Boomstick'?

Besides its primary role as a firearm, the 'Ye Olde Boomstick' features an integrated defensive spike on its stock. This spike proved highly effective in puncturing steel helmets and breastplates with manual force after the main shot was fired.

What kind of ammunition was tested in the 'Ye Olde Boomstick'?

The video tested two types of ammunition: a large 900-grain lead ball for maximum penetration and seven 0.45-inch lead buckshot pellets. The 900-grain ball was effective against armor, while the buckshot was not.

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