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Do I need a flint to safely dry-fire the lock?

Jim said when tripping the lock with the frizzen closed, a customer does not need an actual flint in the jaws and can use a piece of wood instead.

Category: Building & FinishingLast verified: 2026-07-25Also called: lock, flintlock, firing mechanism, flint

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