Double Barreled Wheellock Pistol Belonging to Emperor Charles V (1500s) ( lemmy.world )

One of the earliest pistols, this firearm was designed and produced by Peter Peck, a maker of watches and guns. The two locks combined in one mechanism provided the barrels with separate ignition. Made for Emperor Charles V (reigned 1519–56), the pistol is decorated with his dynastic and personal emblems: the double-headed eagle and the pillars of Hercules with the Latin motto PLUS ULTRA (More beyond).

Ian Explains what the deal is with wheellocks: [12:10]
https://youtu.be/Rk-pISvud6w?si=

Jerb322 , 5 months ago

Doesn't look very comfortable to shoot.

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FireTower OP Mod , 5 months ago (edited 5 months ago)

Its beauty is befitting the Habsburg who weilded it. In other words, yeah it's ugly as sin.

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zeppo , 5 months ago

Looks like two chonky owls

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