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At an order, the target was set up, and the fusiliers and arquebusiers conducted live-fire drills. Emperor Chongzhen and others watched from start to finish in the safe zone behind, and had an intuitive impression of all aspects of the two firearms.

The comparison result was actually a bit beyond Emperor Chongzhen's expectation. In terms of shooting accuracy, the matchlock gun was more accurate than the flintlock gun. Zu Dashou's matchlock soldiers were basically three out of nine, or four out of nine, and some were six out of nine. But although not all of Mao Yuanyi's fusiliers missed the target, their results were one level lower than those of the matchlocks.

In Qi Jiguang's new book on the record, there are requirements for shooting bird cannons: the cannon is fired nine times at a time, and if you hit six out of nine, you will be rewarded. If you hit two out of nine or less, you will be tied to the rank of general and become an official.

Regarding such a result, Mao Yuanyi's face looked a little ugly. However, firearms expert Bi Maokang is here. He analyzed the reason and said that the flintlock's sickle is also the cover of the fire door. A stronger hammer spring needs to be used to ensure sufficient impact force. Therefore, its trigger force and triggering hammer It is more laborious than a matchlock gun, and therefore, the force when pulling the trigger ultimately affects the accuracy of the flintlock gun. This is a firearms decision. It’s hard to say that the fusiliers are poorly trained.

This explanation made Emperor Chongzhen nod, made Mao Yuanyi look better, and even made Li Dingguo, who was standing beside him, suddenly realize.

In every competition between flintlock guns and matchlock guns, the leaders of both sides, Zu Dashou and Mao Yuanyi, would express their respective opinions, and then there would be professional interpretation by ordnance expert Bi Maokang. Although for Emperor Chongzhen, it basically did not surpass him. Knowledge, but for Li Dingguo, it was a rare and precious lesson. This improved his understanding of firearms in an all-round way.

After all the tests, the conclusion is clear at a glance. Because there is no need to worry about the lit matchstick hitting the gunpowder of teammates nearby, the fusiliers can stand closer together without having to be separated by about one meter like the matchlock soldiers.

And this is the biggest advantage of the flintlock gun. Even if the flintlock gun may have some shortcomings compared to the matchlock gun, it is enough to ignore those shortcomings.

Several generals present had actual combat experience, and they were keenly aware that the shape of war was likely to change in the future. Just imagine, the lead bullets fired by rows of closely packed fusiliers will inevitably cover the opponent like a downpour. With such a density, the enemy will die if they come up, but it is impossible for the matchlock gun to do so. Of course, this is just a discussion of firearms. On a real battlefield, it is naturally impossible to conquer the world just by relying on flintlock guns.

Emperor Chongzhen finally concluded: "Obviously, although the firing device of the flintlock gun has been improved compared to the matchlock gun, the advantages are very obvious. However, the current misfire rate of the flintlock gun needs to be further reduced. After all, While increasing the production of flintlock muskets, you also need to further solve this problem."

Flintlock muskets have shortcomings such as a high misfire rate and delay in firing after pulling the trigger, but a dense array of flintlock muskets can make up for this shortcoming. However, since there are shortcomings, they must be improved after all.

Bi Maokang's final conclusion about the flintlock gun was naturally very happy. The Ordnance Bureau's flagship product has finally been recognized. He naturally agreed to Emperor Chongzhen's request.

This flintlock gun also had another advantage. Although Emperor Chongzhen didn't know if they knew it, he knew it in his heart. That is, the fusiliers no longer need to be like the archers in the new army. They must recruit the elite from the border army to quickly form combat effectiveness. In the future, almost all Ming armies can be transformed into fusiliers in a short period of time. Of course, this must be done if the production of fusiliers can keep up. Because of this, he specifically raised Bi Maokang's production volume.

Then, Emperor Chongzhen turned to Zu Dashou and Mao Yuanyi and told them: "Weapons like flintlock guns will indeed change the form of warfare, but how to change it and how to use the flintlock gun array, you must seriously consider it; and also Not only that, but you also have to think about it in reverse, what are the weaknesses of these fusilier formations? If we use them to deal with Jianlu in the future, what countermeasures may Jianlu take?"

Having said this, he emphasized in a louder tone: "There is never the strongest spear or the strongest shield. Moreover, at any time and in any era, the most important thing is people. Remember, you must use the flint well. You can't rely on the fusillade formation, you know?"

Zu Dashou and Mao Yuanyi were a little surprised when they heard this. They quickly bowed and listened quietly. After Emperor Chongzhen finished speaking, they both responded sincerely: "I will obey the Holy Will!"

Even Bi Maokang, a technical official next to him, looked at Emperor Chongzhen in surprise. He had basically just discussed firearms with the emperor before. At that time, he felt that the emperor was very knowledgeable, and some of his words were refreshing even for him, who had been immersed in ordnance for many years.

At this time, when he heard the emperor's words again, he couldn't believe the emperor's age. How old is he? He has such a stable attitude and has such a profound understanding of things. For a moment, the thought of living on a dog's belly for the rest of his life flashed across his mind.

When Emperor Chongzhen turned to look at Bi Maokang, Mao Yuanyi finally found the opportunity. Knowing what was going to happen next, she quickly asked: "Can you take out the one that Lord Bi brought and have a look?"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen couldn't help but laugh. He looked at the handsome guy Mao Yuanyi like a curious baby. You know that although he was impressed by the flintlock gun, now that he heard that there is an improved version of this flintlock gun, he is even more looking forward to it.

After the test, Zu Dashou on the side knew that this new type of firearm must be given priority to the new army. While he was envious and jealous, he also followed Bi Maokang curiously, wondering what better weapons this gentleman would come up with. .

When Bi Maokang saw Emperor Chongzhen nodding, he turned around and summoned the servant, went over to open the box himself and took out the contents.

When Mao Yuanyi and Zu Dashou saw each other, they couldn't help but look at each other. The two of them were a little unconvinced. When they looked at it carefully, they found that it was still the same. They became even more puzzled. What was the difference between this and the flintlock gun just now? Where are the improvements?

However, the sharp-eyed Mao Yuanyi soon discovered that there was a small hammer made of wood in the box. But this made him even more confused. Why did he need a hammer?

Bi Maokang held the flintlock gun like a treasure and responded to Mao Yuanyi with a smile: "This gun was only obtained under the guidance of His Majesty!"

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