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Old 09-22-2015, 01:20 PM   #12
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Default Re: [High-Tech] Question about the Baker Rifle vs the Brown Bess

The Musket was used in large formations against other massed units.

So if the original target is not hit there is a chance that the guy behind will be hit.

The Rifle on the other hand was used in small skirmish groups.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baker_rifle

Accuracy for the Musket was good for 80yards but required volley shooting to hit the enemy.

The Rifle was good between ranges of 100-300yards. Deployed to take out opposing skirmishers before getting on with their main duty of sniping off various officers.

Using cover was a must.
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