Black Powder Percussion Cap Pistols

When it comes to rare and historic percussion cap pistols, our inventory of black powder percussion pistols is sure to satisfy even the most demanding collector. We offer singles and pairs from the New Word, Old World, and Asia, from pocket pistols to duelers to horsemans and everything in between. We're always updating our inventory, so visit our new arrivals page frequently.

Browse our collection of percussion cap pistols below. If you'd like to broaden your search beyond black powder percussion pistols, check out some of our other categories, such as shotguns, rifles, and antique long guns.

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British Massive turn off...

British Massive turn off barrel box lock...

Price $849.50
British Massive turn off barrel box lock pistol. .65 caliber. Solid brass handle. 5 1/2" barrel, 10 3/4" overall Engraved frame. The owner would have one shot and then it makes an ideal Truncheon.
Previously sold
English pair of box lock...

English pair of box lock folding trigger...

Price $1,695.00
English pair of box lock folding trigger percussion pistols marked A.W. Spies, London. Guns are both English and Belgian proofed. These are unusual guns in that A.W. Spies was an American retail gun seller in Philadelphia. The engraving looks American, Condition is very good. Fine pair of English pistols with A.W. Spies marking.  
Previously sold
Continental Canon Muzzle...

Continental Canon Muzzle Spring Bayonet...

Price $2,250.00
Continental canon muzzle spring bayonet percussion pistol. Barrel measures 6" and the overall length is 11". Works fine and is in very good plus condition. No name or proofs on gun. Note: spring bayonet barely catches trigger guard. Buyer should take caution when handling or showing the pistol.  
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British Percussion pistol...

British Percussion pistol (AH2369)

Price $2,950.00
British Percussion pistol by Thomson Edinburg with removable stock. Barrel measures 14" and the overall length including the stock is 28". Approximately .45 caliber. Condition is about good plus. This could be a very fine set if one spent a little money on stock checkering and refinishing. Rare set!
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Elegant Pair of Percussion...

Elegant Pair of Percussion Pistols (AH2357)

Price $9,750.00
Elegant Pair of Percussion Pistols by Gastinne-Renette in Paris. Original case with all accessories including mold, flask and 2 ramrods all in excellent condition. This type of pistol is most often attributed to Gastinne-Renetteís own system or design. Beautiful set.
Previously sold
Pair Of Large Bore...

Pair Of Large Bore Continental Percussion .70...

Price $4,250.00
Pair Of Large Bore Continental Percussion .70 caliber pistols with 5 1/2" barrels and holster. Measure 11 1/2" overall. Silver buttcaps with bullet traps. Very good condition.
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Spanish Percussion pistol...

Spanish Percussion pistol (AH2081)

Price $3,450.00
Spanish Percussion pistol by Alberdi in Eibar. Dated 1832 on barrel in gold inlay. Also in gold inlay, "De Herreraduraís" which translated "From Horseshoes". Legend has it that barrels made from old horseshoes had excellent metal. Dolphin hammer and nicely chiseled fittings with gold background. Sideplate in the form of a serpent biting the front lock screw. Canon muzzle with knurled accent...
Previously sold
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