• French flintlock pistol 1781 (replica)
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French flintlock pistol 1781 (replica)

$64.98 USD
$64.98 USD
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Highlights

This detailed replica of a French flintlock pistol from the late 18th century impresses with its elegant lines and historical appearance.

  • Authentic reproduction of a French firearm from 1781
  • High-quality combination of robust metal and deceptively realistic resin wood imitation
  • Fully functional lock mechanism provides a realistic handling feel
  • Artful embellishments on the barrel, lock, and trigger guard underscore the historical elegance
  • Compact dimensions with an overall length of approximately 33 cm and a weight of about 630 g
  • Ideal collector's item and authentic accessory for historical reenactment and decoration
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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French flintlock pistol 1781 (replica)
French flintlock pistol 1781 (replica)
French flintlock pistol 1781 (replica)

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Questions about the product French flintlock pistol 1781 (replica)

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The replica is made of metal and a special resin (plastic) that imitates the grain and color of wood. Despite not being capable of firing, the mechanism is fully functional, allowing the hammer to be cocked, the pan cover to be moved, and the trigger to be pulled.
What historical details and decorations characterize the octagonal barrel and lock of this pistol, and for what purposes is the replica primarily intended?

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The replica of the French flintlock pistol from 1781 has a total length of approximately 32.5 cm to 33 cm and a weight of approximately 606 g to 630 g. This model is manufactured by the Spanish company Denix.
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The original flintlock pistol of 1781 was created during the reign of Louis XVI and was characterized by the Age of Enlightenment and the political unrest just before the French Revolution. Paris was then a center of gunsmithing, with French models considered the technical standard for reliability and elegance. This type of weapon was originally designed as a status symbol and for self-defense for officers, the nobility, wealthy citizens, and travelers. Furthermore, French weapons of this era significantly influenced the development of American rifles during the Revolutionary War, as France was an important ally of the colonists.