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jan 1, 1825 - Percussion-cap guns are in general use

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-The percussion cap is a type of single-use ignition device used on muzzle loading firearms that enabled them to fire reliably in any weather conditions.

-The percussion cap was used as a variant in many flintlock or wheel lock.

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jan 1, 1825
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~ 201 years ago

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