Muzzle-Loading Pistols Go Back to Pistols Pistolet modele An XIIIA French flintlock cavalry pistol introduced during Napoleon's reign, commonly issued to French cavalry until the mid-19th century. It was durable and reliable for its time.Prussian M1850 Percussion Cavalry PistolA percussion cap pistol used by Prussian cavalry in the mid-19th century, designed for close-quarters combat and horse-mounted use.Pattern 1759 Elliot Light Dragoon pistolA British flintlock pistol issued to light dragoon cavalry units. Known for its ruggedness, it was used during the late 18th century.M1855 Dragoon PistolA single-shot, percussion cap pistol used by U.S. dragoons and mounted troops. It was part of the transition period from flintlock to percussion firearms, featuring a .58 caliber rifled barrel.