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This 18th Century vintage flintlock pistol looks and feels real. It's made of real metal and wood, and has the heft and balance of a real antique flintlock pistol, which would cost a lot more--and one in "new" condition like this one would be hard to find outside of a museum. But this non-firing replica is completely safe. It does not fire, and cannot be converted to do so. The barrel is plugged (inside, where it doesn't show.) Because it looks so real, it's not recommended to wave this around or point it at anybody. But you can stick it in the belt or sash of your pirate outfit for a completely authentic touch of realism!
Pirates of the 18th Century carried pistols similar to this French flintlock when they went raiding. But given the long reloading time, they often carried several pistols, and their primary weapon was still the cutlass. This non-firing flintlock replica is decorated with a skull and crossbones, making it a great costume piece for Ren Faire pirates, or a wonderful addition to a collection of antique firearms--especially since an original flintlock can easily run several thousand dollars!
HISTORY: The first flintlock firing mechanism was created by a French courtier for King Louis XIII, and by 1630 was in use by armies throughout Europe.
Some gunmakers sought to overcome the flintlock's lengthy re-loading process by adding multiple barrels, but multi-barrel models were expensive and couldn't be depended upon to fire reliably, so the most popular usage continued to be a single-barreled flintlock, accompanied by a sword or saber. In a pinch, the heavy grip could be used as a club.
The flintlock firing mechanism remained in use for about two hundred years, before the invention of the percussion cap brought its long run to an end.