flintlock
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The new technology had a relatively brief lifespan and, like the matchlock, was ultimately replaced by the more reliable flintlock.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
We were also dealing with old flintlock pistols, though.
From Salon ● Aug. 4, 2024
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
Remington, the country’s oldest gun maker, began making flintlock rifles in 1816.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2021
“Here,” Cymbeline said, handing Magdalys the flintlock pistol and a powder case.
From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older
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