As for the blunderbuss, John felt that it would be more appropriate to rename it a bullet.
And he also designed two different bullets.
In addition to the single-head bullet just now, there is also a scattering bullet.
It's simple to say, the principle is similar to the iron sand contained in a firecracker to kill birds.
Just remove the nest-shaped warhead and lengthen the cartridge slightly.
Then pour some small iron beads and lead pellets into the cartridge, and finally seal it with thin wax.
This kind of scatter projectile has a very short range, but it is very effective against close enemies. One shot can cover a large area.
In addition, everyone has many, many ideas.
In particular, a handgun developed from a rapid-fire gun has a short range and low power, but is also small in size.
It can be launched with one hand, clipped to the waist or carried in a sleeve.
It's most suitable for self-defense.
Looking at the dazzling array of drawings, Nan Yanxi was overwhelmed, but felt bursts of ecstasy in her heart.
This time, I really stand at the top of the world, hahaha...
Once you master technology, you master the source of power!
Nan Yanxi once again felt that the people in this world were extremely talented in firearms.
Just a little guidance can make it shine.
Of course, in addition to firecrackers, artillery has also made new developments.
In the past, there were only two types of artillery. One was front-loading projectiles, which required reloading of shells and gunpowder from the muzzle every time a shot was fired.
Although the range is long and powerful, it is very cumbersome.
The other is a Franchise-type breech-loaded cannon, although it is simple to operate.
But because it is a split-bore weapon, its range is relatively short.
The concept of the walking gun designed by John can be used very well on the fire gun as long as it undergoes some improvements.
In this way, the rate of fire and range of the artillery can be doubled.
Everyone in the Firearms Bureau is already working on making prototype cannons.
However, artillery is not a small blunderbuss after all, and requires higher smelting and casting technology.
Fortunately, Daxia's smelting and casting technology is pretty good, and among the few foreigners left behind, some also know how to cast.
It just needs to be improved a lot, and it should be possible.
In this way, Nan Yanxi immediately ordered to recruit casting talents from everywhere.
Whether you are forging iron in a blacksmith shop or doing casting work in the officialdom.
As long as you have the ability and willingness, you can immediately take up a position in the Qinglian Sword Sect.
High salary, high benefits!
Moreover, Nan Yanxi is also planning to establish a smelting and casting branch under the Qinglian Firearms Manufacturing Bureau.
This smelting and casting bureau does not care about making traditional weapons and armor.
You only need to concentrate on studying smelting technology and provide services exclusively to the Firearms Bureau.
When everyone in the Firearms Bureau heard this, they all agreed.
Nan Yanxi lowered her head to look at the new fire gun in her hand, raised her head and asked: "Can this... be mass-produced?"
"If possible, stop other traditional firecrackers immediately and make every effort to make new firecrackers."
Everyone looked at each other, and Lao Li took two steps forward, cupped his hands and said, "Come back to the commander..."
"Mass production is no problem, but our current production technology is relatively slow."
"And the cost is two or three times that of ordinary fire guns."
In terms of cost, Nan Yanxi didn't care too much. After all, there were piles of gold mountains in the mountains waiting for him to move.
Moreover, Nanhai Kingdom will be under its own rule soon.
Combined with the series of reforms previously proposed by Mo Yunxi, tax revenue will soon increase exponentially.
"It doesn't matter." Nan Yanxi pondered for a moment and said, "We can continue to increase our manpower."
"As for the cost, I have my own way, and I decided to merge the Qinglian Arms Manufacturing Bureau into your Firearms Bureau."
"Stop the production of all cold weapons, save manpower, material and financial resources, and go all out to produce new fire guns."
Then he gave instructions: "Of course, this new style of firecracker needs to be made and improved at the same time."
“Not only in terms of performance, process simplification and cost reduction are also important!”
"And the new artillery, we need to come up with a prototype as soon as possible. We can improve it while making it!"
"Yes! Marshal!" Everyone agreed one after another.
Nan Yanxi nodded with satisfaction, seeing that it was getting late, and then told everyone to take a rest.
Don't tire your body out.
...
After declining everyone's greetings, Nan Yanxi and Ye Zhiyu walked out of the Firearms Bureau side by side.
When he came outside the gate, he took a deep breath and reached out to call the captain of the guard over.
He asked in a low voice: "How many people are on guard in our Firearms Bureau now?"
The captain saluted and said, "Come back, Commander, there are five hundred officers and soldiers of the military camp guarding here."
Nan Yanxi shook her head when she heard this: "Not enough..."
He turned to Ye Zhiyu and ordered: "Sister Ye, deploy another 300 people from each of the Qinglong and White Tiger battalions to strengthen defense."
"Set this place as a first-level military location. No one is allowed to approach it without orders."
"As well as the engineering personnel and drawings, they must be screened one by one."
"Never let the secret leak. At present, this is our biggest trump card!"
Ye Zhiyu also knew the importance of this firearm and quickly nodded in agreement: "Don't worry, I will arrange it when I get back!"
Nan Yanxi nodded, and the two quickly returned to the Chinese army's tent and began to discuss the expansion of the firearms bureau.
Nan Yanxi knows very well that technology is power.
From ancient times to the present, stone swords have lost to metal swords, and bronze weapons have lost to steel weapons.
The arrow penetrated the armor, and the armor blocked the arrow.
All of this is the progress of science and technology.
Nan Yanxi told Ye Zhiyu that the South China Sea issue has basically been resolved.
He is preparing to establish a large number of research institutions in the South China Sea.
From people's livelihood to military affairs, the main thing is to study, make progress, and break through tradition.
And we must start to establish multiple firearms manufacturing bureaus in the Nanhai Kingdom to fully produce cutting-edge firearms.
Strive to replace all the swords in the hands of soldiers with new fire guns.
Nan Yanxi patted Ye Zhiyu's shoulder meaningfully: "Sister Ye..."
"If we can replace them with new firearms as quickly as possible, we may not have to worry so much about competing in the world in the future."
"But if we don't hurry up, we may be caught up by others."
"After all, paper can't contain fire. No matter how prepared you are, this skill of firearms will be leaked out sooner or later."
Ye Zhiyu nodded: "I understand this! There is no airtight wall in the world!"
...
The two finally discussed and decided to let Ye Zhiyu follow Li Jingmo and others to Li Qi's side in the South China Sea.
Gather manpower and establish multiple scientific research institutions, whether for people's livelihood or military.
They all follow the current model of Qinglian Firearms Manufacturing Bureau, with high remuneration and gathering talents from all walks of life.
Let them concentrate on their studies. As long as there are relevant inventions and relevant progress, there will be rewards.
On weekdays, there is still a lot of monthly salary and treatment.
Moreover, skilled craftsmen should be gathered again in the entire Nanhai Kingdom to establish multiple firearms manufacturing bureaus.
Speed up the pace and make every effort to research and manufacture various new firearms.
Do your best to arm yourself first before other countries have access to firearms.
And we must make every effort to ensure that even if it is leaked in the future, we must ensure that the advanced level of our own firearms is one to two generations ahead of the enemy.
Not only that, Ye Zhiyu also suggested that the entire Qinglian Firearms Manufacturing Bureau be moved to the South China Sea.
After all, we have tens of thousands of soldiers in the Qinglian Sword Sect and are conducting experiments all day long. Sooner or later, we will be exposed.
Once it attracts the attention of the Daxia court, even Lu Changfeng may not be able to protect it.
The current Qinglian Firearms Manufacturing Bureau is Nan Yanxi's trump card.
It is also the basis for competing in the world in the future, and there must be no mistakes.
It would be much safer to move to Nanhai.
After all, it is your own territory, and everyone can conduct research with confidence.
And you can also communicate and learn with other newly established firearms bureaus.
Looking back, Ye Zhiyu scolded Nan Yanxi for being lucky.
After a trip to the Qinglian Mountains, he was able to unify the Nanhai Kingdom without any bloodshed.
Now, we have a solid base and a large rear area.
Finally, I am no longer like a rootless duckweed, living under someone else's roof and being in constant fear all day long.