flintlock
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The spread of the flintlock was a watershed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
You have to be particular about muzzle-loading a flintlock and making sure the flint is in place.
From Salon ● Aug. 4, 2024
“A fixed-barrel gun that uses gas and a piston is now the same as a flintlock or muzzle loader,” Mr. Merino said.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 19, 2023
An Egyptian limestone statue, dating to 2400 BC, sold for £6 million; while a pair of Napoleonic flintlock pistols fetched £976,000.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2022
Taking a deep breath, he drew back the flintlock and lifted the gun, then positioned himself in the doorway, one foot in, one foot out.
From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi
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