Weapon Masters

History 2007

Ancient weapons are pitted against modern examples, and these weapons are put through their paces. Weapon Master Mike Loades has spent a lifetime studying and wielding ancient weapons; Master Craftsman Chad can make anything, but is he really a match for history's master craftsmen? Find out who reigns supreme.

History 2007

PG

Starring Mike Loades, Chad Houseknecht

EPISODE 1

Roman Scorpion

The Romans create a free-standing, long-range assault weapon with double the power of an ordinary crossbow.

42 min · Nov 24, 2007 PG
EPISODE 2

Greek Fire

Chad and Mike re-create the world's first flamethrower.

42 min · Dec 29, 2007 PG
EPISODE 3

Dueling Pistols

Chad creates a pistol with an electronic ignition.

42 min · Apr 2, 2008 PG
EPISODE 4

Atlatl

Chad creates a modern version of the atlatl, a spear-throwing device used as a weapon against Spanish conquistadors.

42 min · Apr 9, 2008 PG
EPISODE 5

Chariot Bow

The Egyptians design a weapon to be used in the cramped, unstable confines of a chariot.

42 min · Jun 18, 2008 PG
EPISODE 6

Repeating Crossbow

The Chinese repeating crossbow was an ancient form of an automatic weapon.

43 min · Apr 23, 2008 PG

Mike Loades

Host
Chad Houseknecht

Host

About

Weapon Masters

HISTORY

Ancient weapons are pitted against modern examples, and these weapons are put through their paces. Weapon Master Mike Loades has spent a lifetime studying and wielding ancient weapons; Master Craftsman Chad can make anything, but is he really a match for history's master craftsmen? Find out who reigns supreme.

Information

Studio: AHC-M
Released: 2007
Rated: PG

Languages

Audio: English (United States) (AAC)