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flintlock
Flintlock is a general term for any firearm that uses a flint striking ignition mechanism. The term may also apply to a particular form of the mechanism itself, also known as the true flintlock, that was introduced in the early 17th century, and rapidly replaced earlier firearm-ignition technologies, such as the matchlock, the wheellock, and the earlier flintlock mechanisms.
The true flintlock continued to be in common use for over two centuries, replaced by percussion cap and, later, the cartridge-based systems in the early-to-mid 19th century. Although long superseded by modern firearms, flintlock weapons enjoy continuing popularity with black-powder shooting enthusiasts.
Kind of a neat design; a seven-shot repeating flintlock in the 18th century. Better not let Gabby Giffords see it or she'll craft legislation to ban high-capacity assault muskets. ;)
I was hoping that someone on this thread might know who the manufacturer of this muzzleloader may be and what a current value might be. I'm not sure if it's a factory gun or a kit gun. Barrel length is approx. 30", smooth bore. The only markings I can find on it are the word London and a...
I have one .50 caliber Hawken for sale with a rather unique flintlock mechanism (at least to me, I'm by far used to the caplock, I've never held a flint hawken in person before). It has some surface rust that needs attending near the touch hole but other than that appears to be in great shape...
The 1730 was a popular pistol, stolen directly from earlier Prussian designs that proved to be handy in close quarters. This style of "long pistol" was made infamous in England with its association with highwaymen and gentleman robbers. Hundreds of thousands were produced into the 1760's by...
Looking for a flintlock rifle, any cal, but 50 - 54 preferred. Must be in good, well taken care of condition. Let me know what you have and price. Eugene area would be nice.
siemon north 1819 model made in 1822
Us army gun
54 cal pistol
First flint lock with a safety
Comes with orginal holster (half of a sadle set)
Hand it apprasied at cabelas they came up with $1450 for the set but they go 3000 with out the holster online.
Looking for reasonable cash offer or...
Hi Guys, my Dad gave me a flintlock kit rifle he was given for Christmas in the mid-late 1970's. He built it and used it as a wall hanger until he gave it to me.
The kit either came with sites and my dad lost them or it didn't come with the sites, which I have heard a lot of these kit rifles...