flintlock

IPA: fɫˈɪntɫɑk

An early type of firearm, using a spring-loaded flint to strike sparks into the firing pan.
A type of lock used on muskets, rifles, and pistols from the early 17th to the mid-19th century.

Examples of "flintlock" in Sentences

I built a T/C Hawken flintlock from a kit years ago, and I am NOT a craftsman.
In my opinion flintlock is a lot more fun, but that flash of priming powder going off in the pan right in front of your face takes a little getting used to.
My very serious muzzle loader friend who shoots the flintlock is into the loading process immediately after the shot with the precise movements of a brain surgeon.
I used to muzzleload, had a TC Hawkin flintlock, as heavy as that barrel is it would take alot to burst it, dunno if "modern" muzzleloaders are as hefty or not, but I assume they are just for product liability reasons.