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Sharpe’s Truth: 15 Facts About The Real 95th Rifles

Darren April 18, 2026 6 min

2. Wielders of the Baker Rifle

2. Wielders of the Baker Rifle
The Baker Rifle: a revolutionary weapon enhancing accuracy and range for the 95th Rifles.

Unlike the smoothbore muskets of their contemporaries, the 95th Rifles were equipped with the Baker Rifle, a flintlock muzzle-loading weapon renowned for its superior accuracy and range. Designed by Ezekiel Baker, this rifle featured a .625-inch caliber barrel with seven grooves, imparting a spin to the bullet for enhanced precision. The Baker Rifle’s effectiveness allowed riflemen to engage targets at distances up to 200 yards, setting them apart from traditional infantry.

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