Thesaurus Term/Concept: FLINTLOCK PISTOL
| Identifier | 100018 |
|---|---|
| Class | MDA OBJECT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | A pistol fired by use of a flintlock.A gunflint is held in the lock which on pulling the trigger pushes back the pan cover creating sparks which set off the powder in the pan causing a flame to go through and set off the charge in the barrel. |
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| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Find Type | FLINTLOCK PISTOL (Post Medieval - 1620 AD to 1715 AD) |
| Find Type | FLINTLOCK PISTOL (Post Medieval - 1670 AD to 1740 AD) |