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Re: A2 Armory Flintlock Pistol Giveaway!

Ninjafresh — Sun, 31 May 2009 01:13:15 -0000

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.

Re: A2 Armory Flintlock Pistol Giveaway!

david — Sat, 30 May 2009 15:38:01 -0000

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?

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Matt — Thu, 07 May 2009 20:46:09 -0000

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.

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Ezra Richardson — Thu, 07 May 2009 20:31:07 -0000

its THE original gun whats not to like

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Debbie Chapman — Thu, 07 May 2009 19:26:17 -0000

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.

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Steve Couchman — Thu, 07 May 2009 14:36:39 -0000

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?

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Michael Kapish — Thu, 07 May 2009 12:27:39 -0000

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.

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Kevin — Wed, 06 May 2009 23:54:19 -0000

i would love to get this so i could give it to my dad for fathers day

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Matthew — Wed, 06 May 2009 19:39:40 -0000

I would pose in the mirror with it. Then I would proceed throughout my house shooting pretend pirates and other swine of that nature.

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John Hanson — Wed, 06 May 2009 17:43:24 -0000

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

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bobzorz — Wed, 06 May 2009 12:06:47 -0000

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.

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wout de groot — Wed, 06 May 2009 09:41:03 -0000

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!

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Chris Vandiver — Wed, 06 May 2009 09:40:50 -0000

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.

Re: A2 Armory Flintlock Pistol Giveaway!

Chris — Tue, 05 May 2009 23:24:59 -0000

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.

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Kkurt Harper — Tue, 05 May 2009 22:07:12 -0000

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.

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Chris Cochran — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:05:29 -0000

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.

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Bryson — Mon, 04 May 2009 21:05:10 -0000

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.

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Bryson — Mon, 04 May 2009 21:02:28 -0000

Same with me!

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Bryson — Mon, 04 May 2009 20:59:50 -0000

This Flintlock looks awesome. I wish I could have it.

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bonbon56 — Mon, 04 May 2009 20:18:25 -0000

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

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James — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:09:02 -0000

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.

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CAPTAIN jack — Mon, 04 May 2009 12:56:53 -0000

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.

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jared hanlon — Sun, 03 May 2009 20:32:56 -0000

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

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yarr98 — Sun, 03 May 2009 19:00:50 -0000

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!

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Dylan Ireland — Sun, 03 May 2009 15:26:20 -0000

Im not a huge flintlock fan, but its still a type of gun.I would frame it in my room =).