04.29.09
A2 Armory Flintlock Pistol Giveaway!
It’s customer and reader appreciation time!
We’re giving away a free English Flintlock Pistol replica to a randomly chosen winner. No purchase is necessary, all you need to do to enter is leave a comment telling me what you love about flintlock pistols or what you would do with this one if you’re the winner.
Here’s a little bit about this beautiful pistol. It is a replica English Flintlock from the early 1700s with a delicately engraved lock, simulated wood stock and a simulated brass barrel. It’s a great display or costume piece.
The winner will be announced on Friday, May 8th at 2pm EST. Please email me any questions and leave your comment now!
Jake said,
April 29, 2009 at 9:17 pm
i would frame that gorgeous piece of history
Sam said,
April 29, 2009 at 9:18 pm
Holy ***
The Flintlock age was amazing, too bad they were replaced.
I'd love to have this on my matlepiece.
Rob said,
April 29, 2009 at 9:20 pm
Oh wow. I was looking into buying a replica Flintlock yesturday, but they were too expensive. Hopefully I have a chance of getting it.
ben said,
April 29, 2009 at 9:23 pm
they are cool
coen harrison said,
April 30, 2009 at 12:58 am
If I had it i would show it of to friends and family take great care of it and put it in a glass case for the world to see
GMoD1001 said,
April 30, 2009 at 5:58 am
i just love the Flintlock pistol's, i don't know why but i have always had a affection for older guns!
Neill said,
April 30, 2009 at 8:40 pm
I would go into the jungle and pretend to be a pirate looking for treasure
JT Wernimont said,
April 30, 2009 at 8:40 pm
I love flintlock pistols because 1. pirates used them 2. the way they work and 3. they look pretty sweet.
Henry Morgan said,
April 30, 2009 at 10:08 pm
Tis a Beauty, I have 4, I would Add it to me arsenal of Pirate gear! Another pistol would suit me to the tee!
Woodzo said,
April 30, 2009 at 11:38 pm
With thee hallowed pistol, t'would violently board the HMS Scallywag n'force all the scurvy dog land lubbin', sea hags and haggards; including dear old Merle, to me dastardly will to take thy beer and disappear! ARRRGH!
Zackary Eisner said,
May 1, 2009 at 4:26 am
I just think that this gun as all flint locks are works of art. I just bought a house and have my own room (a man room and the only room I can have in the house according to the wife) and I collect knives and have them all on display. If I won this gun it would most def be the center piece of my collection and I hope that I would be able to add to it from you guys in the future. Thank you for the opportunity.
GMoD1001 said,
May 1, 2009 at 7:16 am
good luch everyone, only 7 days till the end. keep your fingers crossed!
Dustin said,
May 1, 2009 at 7:18 am
Just as Obi-Wan said about the light saber, the Flintlock was an elegant weapon, for a more civilized age.
nick follett said,
May 1, 2009 at 12:58 pm
i would really like to win this pistol because im a ig fan of old weapons and i would put it up on display for people to come and see.
Nick Nasta said,
May 1, 2009 at 3:54 pm
This pistol is a real beauty. I always wanted something like this but never could afford it due to my bills. If I did win this awesome looking pistol I would hold it in my hands and feel the wood and metal parts and then place it in my right hand and point it in a safe direction. Then I would probably imagine that I was in the American Revolution.
If the replica English Flintlock is a black power gun, I would go out and purchase what I need to fire it. Of course I'd have to get my wifes' permission first to buy the supplies being that she is the treasurer of the house. lol It's sad but true. I have a very large back yard which joins to a park called Monmouth Battlefield Park where George Washington and his men had a very important battle against the British on June 28th 1778. I would imagine this battle every time that I looked a this flintlock. Each year there is a battle reenactment at the park with many soldiers. To the right side of my backyard there is a small 11 acre farm. I made friends with the farmer and one day he found a cannon ball while tilling the soil. How cool is that! Getting back to the pistol, I would have it mounted on a wall in a shadow box until I need it.
I would cherish this beautiful English Flintlock if I were to win it.
Thank you for your time and patience in this matter.
Regards,
Nick Nasta
Armor Fiend said,
May 1, 2009 at 5:23 pm
This is a gorgeous replica of the English Flintlock. Definitely a piece that I would proudly display in my home!
Tony Jagodka said,
May 1, 2009 at 7:55 pm
I am a Film school student and I would love to use this gun in a period movie I am trying to make.
doppy23 said,
May 2, 2009 at 9:29 pm
What i love about flintlock pistols are that the tell a story about what they fought with back then and it represents where all guns habe come from.If i won this pistol i would tell the story to all that ask me and explain that if man wouldnt have had ant other type of shoting an object execpt bow.which is useless if we have a gun
Cody Mix said,
May 2, 2009 at 10:47 pm
flintlock pistols are my fav because when they are finished they look so beautiful, like someone accually put some effort into makeing it unlike the modern pistols that look so boring. i would keep this pistol on display and take very well care of it
Chaffe said,
May 3, 2009 at 2:52 am
I'm a young military historian in college who is fascinated by the American Revolution and the arms of the period. I've always wanted a flintlock even if it's non-firing.
Connor said,
May 3, 2009 at 4:04 pm
This is a amazing replica! with beutiful design and details. I would diplay this because it would look nice, but thats not all i would do with it. I would also use it to re-enact the battles that this weapon was used in!
Walt Johnson said,
May 3, 2009 at 5:15 pm
Flintlocks have a certain elegance that remind me of the duelling age. They make me think of the flair gentlemen of status had and how they would meet each other on the field, holding guns high and snap the flint down into a burst of flames. I also love the fancy engraving in the metal that was common in pistols of that period. If granted the honor of this worthy prize, I would enjoy just holding it, though I would probably find a proper firing range and let loose a few blasts. I would make sure to frame it during down time because weapons from that era make wonderful centerpieces.
Dylan Ireland said,
May 3, 2009 at 7:26 pm
Im not a huge flintlock fan, but its still a type of gun.I would frame it in my room =).
yarr98 said,
May 3, 2009 at 11:00 pm
YARR I love to look at how the weapons of eras past work, like that of PIRATES. To be honest, I would mostly mess around with this, but I would (also) love to use it onstage. PLEASE let me win!
jared hanlon said,
May 4, 2009 at 12:32 am
the flintlocks were awesome it was more civilized back then than it is now with IEDs id use this as a part of my uniform
CAPTAIN jack said,
May 4, 2009 at 4:56 pm
I love flintlock pistols because Captain Jack Sparrow rocks one. If I win, my neighbors will be so very amused that I have a nice flintlock strapped to my side as I leave for work shouting captain jackisms. I suppose not having any of the other garb will probably just mean that they think I'm crazy, but you know what? I'll be the one with a flintlock pistol who sounds like captain jack.
James said,
May 4, 2009 at 7:09 pm
I just saw Deadliest warrior and some how a pirate was able to knock out a Knight. If a pirate can kill a knight with his pistol I got to get me one.
bonbon56 said,
May 5, 2009 at 12:18 am
The flintlock is not only a beautiful weapon, but it displays very fine craftsmanship along with a sleek design. The flintlock was and incredibly important step in the history of progression of weapons. The introduction of pointed gunpowder and shot completely revolutionized the dynamics of battle when it was first introduced in 1630. This beauty of a weapon is arguably one of the most important steps in weapon history.
If I won this I would definitely keep it safe and sound in a nice protective case, but I would no doubt take it out to admire it mesefl =]
-Bonbon
Bryson said,
May 5, 2009 at 12:59 am
This Flintlock looks awesome. I wish I could have it.
Bryson said,
May 5, 2009 at 1:02 am
Same with me!
Bryson said,
May 5, 2009 at 1:05 am
Everyone would be jealous if I had one of these in my house. Everyone I know would be coming on this site and buying lots of things.
Chris Cochran said,
May 5, 2009 at 2:05 am
I love flint locks because they are a work of art. And if I were to win such a pistol I would put it on display.
Kkurt Harper said,
May 6, 2009 at 2:07 am
I would love to have this pistol.
I am especially interested in the period “when it was new”
It would be quite something to hand down to my children when I am no longer here.
Please consider my request to be the winner.
Thanks for even considering me.
Chris said,
May 6, 2009 at 3:24 am
I like the extravagance of the flintlock firearms. Style was just as important as functionality. I have a great fondness for pirates, as they're very culturally relevant where I live. I am putting together some pirate garb, and am in desperate need of a quality flintlock pistol. I would love to get a hold of this.
Chris Vandiver said,
May 6, 2009 at 1:40 pm
Well, flintlocks come from a time of nobility and honor. The flintlock itself suggests honor and courage: as it protected honor as a dueling weapon, and took extreme courage to ride into battle, get within range of your opponent, and fire, not to mention reloading.
I attend as many renaissance festivals as possible, not to mention celtic festivals and other events, so a flintlock replica would greatly add to my costume.
wout de groot said,
May 6, 2009 at 1:41 pm
i love flintlock's because of the nice looking, if you look at it you see a prestigious gun, from a rich man or a pirate a farmer or a lady everyone could have one those!
that's really nice about it, it looks so expensive!
bobzorz said,
May 6, 2009 at 4:06 pm
the flintlock was such an important advancement in the world. i love them for a number of reasons, and no cuz pirates use them. these babys changed the way everything worked in war. there was just as much honor in a flintlock duel as there was in a sword fight. yes yes pirates had them and used them great but i they wouldnt have come around you would have to fight off the mindless zombie hoards that we all know are comeing with rocks and sticks. point is its a masterpiece in all its own respects. would love to add it to my tiny display of awesomements of war or just point it at stuff and feel really cool.
John Hanson said,
May 6, 2009 at 9:43 pm
i do love acting as a pirate at at a local fair for pirates and this would help me be a better image of our seafaring brothers
Matthew said,
May 6, 2009 at 11:39 pm
I would pose in the mirror with it. Then I would proceed throughout my house shooting pretend pirates and other swine of that nature.
Kevin said,
May 7, 2009 at 3:54 am
i would love to get this so i could give it to my dad for fathers day
Michael Kapish said,
May 7, 2009 at 4:27 pm
The flintlock pistol reminds me of my early adolecence years when I actually had put together a plastic model kit of two matching English Flintlock Dueling pistols (actual size). I then mounted them on my bedroom wall and sometimes daydreamed about having to use them to defend the honor of my lady. My interest was sparked by a history teacher, combined with the action movies of the 1950's and 60's (I know-the olden days for you younger guys!). Not only did I learn about a time in history and life, but also about the history, working parts and evolving nature of our early designed pistols. Your replica pistol kits look authentic and would be a pleasure to relive a happy moment in my life by proudly displaying them in my home and sharing them with my step sons and grandchildren.
Steve Couchman said,
May 7, 2009 at 6:36 pm
We've been looking for an excuse to expand our areas of re-enactment to cover more periods of history, and this would be the perfect starting point. Both at shows and when visiting schools - who wouldn't be impressed?
Debbie Chapman said,
May 7, 2009 at 11:26 pm
I love everything antique and this replica is beautiful with the antique finish on the metal and the wood appears to be good quality. As my son started his collection a couple of years ago this would make a great addition to his collection.
Ezra Richardson said,
May 8, 2009 at 12:31 am
its THE original gun whats not to like
Matt said,
May 8, 2009 at 12:46 am
The introduction of the flintlock pistol was a turning point in world history. With the newcoming of firearms, a new age revolution was taking place. Now a days, pistols of this kind are a reminiscent memory of an age of simpler times that's past. Having a relic of this type on display in any household would be quite a treat. Its elegance and antiqueness to it would bring out a certain civilized tone, like the old drawing rooms of the 16th century. I possess a flare of affection to antique items, real or replica, as they remind me of our history and place in this world. This would add to my continual collection of elegant antiques.
david said,
May 30, 2009 at 7:38 pm
If I won this flintlock I would first take a long look and show it to my boys and my brothers who all collect firearms. I am sure each would like to shoot it so I would have it inspected and fired by someone with experience. We would all then go and fire it and am sure it would be a blast! My family has shot many firearms but I don't think any such as this. Afterwards I would probably sell it so others could do the same. I would like to keep it and put it on a shelf or frame it but what good is that? I shoot all my guns, I drive all my motorcycles and I actually haul stuff in my trucks. Some may wish to keep theirs shiny and unused and that is great but who can say they have shot a flintlock?
Ninjafresh said,
May 31, 2009 at 5:13 am
I would shoot my best friend. LoL Not really but I'd more then likely put it on my computer desk so I could look at it all of the time.
Michael Enfield said,
July 22, 2009 at 10:46 am
i would love to have this handgun. I have always wanted a flintlock. I have always been interested in doing reenactments but i have never been able too because i could never afford it. I really hope that i win this beautiful piece of history.
Timbo said,
December 6, 2009 at 6:37 am
Apart from their rich history, the chief thing I love about flintlock pistols are their stylish design, belying a subtle ingenuity. The shape of the weapons is very appealing to me eye; the curves accentuating one another that lend it a certain air of elegance.
Most assuredly, I would keep it displayed on my wall right above my computer, should I win it. This way, I’d always be able to look up at it, smile quietly to myself, and continue my work