1630 - The first true flintlock. The flintlock solved ... Percussion-cap guns are in general use. 1830 - The back action lock appears. 1835 - The first Colt revolver. Samuel Colt developed the ...

The stock of the gun iw made from a huge sugar maple board, carefully carved to accept the barrel, lock, and the custom cast brass pieces. The result is a masterfully crafted flintlock rifle ...

It survived well into the 19th century and was often known as the French lock because Marin le Bourgeoys ... The Brown Bess was one of the best-known flintlock guns in military use.