Replica Italian Percussion lock Pistol gun black powder

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Description Guarantee Payment Information Shipping International Bidders Terms of Sale Contact Us Click to see our full policy Cosmetic Condition: New Functional Issues/Problems: none Auction Includes: Denix FD1013G 1825 Italian Percussion Pistol - Pewter Denix FD1013G 1825 Italian Percussion Pistol - Pewter Full sized replica flintlock This is a New In Box mint condition replica Revolver from Denix. Manufactured in Spain. Caplock or Percussion Lock pistols were so called because the lock system causes a percussion cap to be struck by the hammer when the trigger is pulled. Powder inside the cap ignites and this in turn ignites the main powder charge, which propels a lead ball from the barrel. Most (though not all) caplock firearms were loaded from the muzzle of the gun (muzzleloaders). The Caplock was a great improvement over the flintlock as it was less susceptible to weather-related misfires. The original of this pistol was made in Brescia, Italy in about 1825. This non-firing version is accurately detailed and shows typical Italian craftsmanship – a great costume or conversation piece. It features a museum quality metal construction with wood handle that is so amazingly close to the original. Although the action functions like the original including a functioning lock/trigger mechanism, 2 stage cocking hammer, and working trigger, read more