Replica - Long flintlock pistol, 17th century

Detailed replica of originals from the 17th century.

Material: Wood, metal

Total length approx. 43 cm

The mechanical parts are movable. However, the pistol is not capable of firing.

Attention: According to Swiss firearms law (as of 2020), an import permit is required for imitation firearms (in this case, deactivated firearms) entering Switzerland, as they are subject to mandatory registration. I can ship the items to you without any problems; however, you will generally have to collect your package yourself from the relevant customs office upon presentation of the required documents.

Please note: According to Section 42a of the German Weapons Act (WaffG), it is prohibited to carry imitation firearms in public. They must be securely closed during transport. Imitation firearms also include non-functional replicas that resemble firearms. For events like LARP events or medieval festivals, it's best to check with the organizer beforehand to see if such decorative weapons are permitted.

Flintlock pistols were the most common weapons used by pirates in the 18th century.

They had a flintlock hammer that, when struck by the hammer, produced a spark that ignited the gunpowder. All of these weapons had to be manually reloaded after each shot. The ammunition, inserted through the barrel, consisted of gunpowder, the projectile, and a wad of paper that acted as a cap to compress the other two components inside the barrel.

In combat, these weapons were typically used for a single shot, as reloading was very slow and there was usually no time for it. Therefore, combatants had to draw their sabers or swords, or use the pistol's axe, as there was no time to reload.