Denix 19th Century French Percussion Dueling Pistol, Brass – Non-Firing Replica
Description
French Design. 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.
Features:
- 14.6 inches (37 cm) total length 515 g
- old gun (France 19th century) reissue gun
- Material: Zinc alloy and wood
- bullet launcher (imitation gun) This is not an air gun, airsoft gun, or gas gun
Product Details:
- Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 15.1 x 5 x 2.2 inches
- Package Weight: 1.3 Pounds
- Item Weight: 515 Grams
- Brand Name: Denix
- Color: Brass
- Material: Wood
- Number of Items: 1
- Manufacturer: Denix
- Part Number: 1014/L
- Style: Modern
- Sport Type: Hunting
- Date First Available: August 27, 2009