Have you watched the Amazon Prime special "Guns - The Evolution of Firearms"?

[Ed_Flecko]

I've started watching this series and I'm on Episode 3 of 7, where they're talking about the Civil War.. If you're a history nerd as well as firearm nerd, this series is just chock full of fascinating stuff!

One of the little tidbits I found interesting was how George Washington taught his troops about the "buck and ball" method of loading their muskets. He told them to add a few pellets of buckshot before adding the ball to barrel so, when fired, if the ball didn't kill your opponent...maybe the buckshot would!

Have you seen this special? What did you think?

Ed

 

[nwjones18]

I think I saw a preview of it. I honestly assumed it was another show that would claim there were no dangerous guns in the hands of private citizens until the AR-15 was invented.. I'll check it out it its worth a look.

 

[Ed_Flecko]

I think I saw a preview of it. I honestly assumed it was another show that would claim there were no dangerous guns in the hands of private citizens until the AR-15 was invented.. I'll check it out it its worth a look.

I personally think it's really interesting.

So far, there is no hint of political overtones at all. It's a great mix of firearm history and the impacting changes on American History.

Ed

 

[mrbreezeet1]

ls it "on demand" or do I have to watch it a certain time?
Is it included with prime, or do I have to buy it?

 

[Ed_Flecko]

ls it "on demand" or do I have to watch it a certain time?
Is it included with prime, or do I have to buy it?

It looks to me like it's just included with Amazon Prime.



Ed

 

[mrbreezeet1]

It looks to me like it's just included with Amazon Prime.



Ed

Great! Thanks!

 

[svtrit]

I almost clicked to watch it while at the gym this morning. Now I will. Thanks!

 

[gathermewool]

Thanks for the recommendation. I would have skipped it otherwise