Good Starter Flintlock Pistol

[Walkabout]

I want to break into flintlocks, but I can't afford a long gun right now. I've been looking at the Pedersoli Harper's Ferry .58 cal, but the reviews aren't exactly encouraging. Any thoughts? Thanks

 

[Bushfire]

With all due respect anyone can afford one, just look for second hand. My first was a second hand one in a gun shop I found online. Didn't really want a smooth bore but it was cheap, now I love flintlock smoothies!

 

[Kansas Jake]

Also keep an eye on the classifieds on this forum. Reasonably priced flintlocks show up on a regular basis. Maybe not a fancy custom or high end model but plenty a good usable production guns. Often in the $300-$600 price range.

 

[Rock Home Isle]

You might consider getting an India Made gun…though there are some with strong opinions against such a purchase.

https://www.militaryheritage.com/muskets.htm
I have a couple…to me they are a kit gun, you buy them…figure what needs to be touched up, work on them, and enjoy them.

The price is right in there where your Harper’s Ferry price point is…

 

[Phil Coffins]

Rather then looking for starter consider a good flintlock. A cheap gun of any type means you expect to have problems. Wouldn’t it be more fun to have one that works with you rather then against you?

 

[cynthialee]

It is rare I disagree with Phil, but I will on this one. Don't have the first flint pistol you shoot be an expensive gun. Get something a little cheaper to get past the learning curve. If you make an expensive learning mistake would be sad to have it happen with an expensive piece.

Just sit on your money and watch the classifieds on this forum. Soon enough a good condition pistol will come around at a decent price. It isn't uncommon to see pistols in the classified section here that are unfired safe queens.

If you do decide to get a higher dollar one down the road, the beginner pistol will maintain value so long as you keep it in good condition.

 

[Rock Home Isle]

Rather then looking for starter consider a good flintlock. A cheap gun of any type means you expect to have problems. Wouldn’t it be more fun to have one that works with you rather then against you?

I like the way you think Phil…doesn’t have to be uber expensive,

quality parts + quality gun = quality experience