Another neat feature on a matchlock

[tom in nc]

Here's something I will include on my matchlock build. Another is a blind hole for snuffing out the burning cord when done shooting. Kinda liking the ball trigger too. This gun shown, stolen/borrowed from someone else's post on here is beautiful.

 

[Billy-by-gosh]

Yes, I too like that feature. Have seen a possible variation in the lower buttstock of an early European m/l as well. I imagine you could hang or wedge your match cord through the hole for readiness/

safety, or maybe to tie up the opposite end or the cord (especially if both ends of cord were kept burning).
Here is the image from Michael Tromner's trove of treasures on Vikingsword dot com.

 

[Sam squanch]

You can also keep your cigarette in there !