Traditions Kentucky Percussion Pistol .50 Cal 10"
Classic muzzleloading pistol with one-piece hardwood stock, 10-inch blued octagonal barrel, and traditional percussion ignition. Features fixed blade sights, single trigger, and period-correct hardware for collectors and shooters.
A Piece of American Frontier History
The Kentucky Percussion Pistol represents one of the most iconic firearms of early American history. This classic design was the trusted companion of pioneers, explorers, and frontiersmen throughout the 19th century, earning its place in legend through decisive action and reliable performance.
Design & Construction
Traditions has faithfully recreated this historical design with authentic period styling:
- One-piece hardwood stock with superior balance and traditional bird's head grip
- 10-inch blued octagonal barrel chambered in .50 caliber
- Percussion ignition system for reliable ignition in field conditions
- 1:20 twist rifling optimized for period-appropriate projectiles
- Case-colored sidelock with brass ramrod thimbles
- Fixed blade sights for straightforward aiming
- Single trigger mechanism
Practical Performance
This is a fully functional muzzleloading pistol, not merely a display piece. The .50 caliber bore delivers substantial power suitable for hunting and target shooting. The percussion system offers the reliability that made these pistols legendary in the hands of American frontiersmen.
For Collectors and Shooters
Whether you're a historical firearms enthusiast, a competitive muzzleloader, or someone seeking an authentic connection to American heritage, the Kentucky Percussion Pistol delivers both historical authenticity and genuine shooting capability.
Features
- caliber: .50
- percussion ignition
- barrel length: 10 in
- blued octagonal barrel
- twist rate: 1:20
- single trigger
- fixed/blade sights
- one-piece stock
- bird’s head grip
- case-colored sidelock
- brass ramrod thimbles
