There are way too many weapons out there to use them all, so how do you choose the right one for your pirate style?  Today we are going look at various, more popular, weapons that pirates select to arm themselves with.  Let’s face it; you can’t be a good pirate without having something to threaten someone with.

The cutlass: this is the typical sword of the pirate.  This trusty blade is heavy enough to slice through thick ropes or a man’s arm if need be.  More pirates use this weapon than any other.
Pros: it is sturdy and reliable, easy to find and relatively easy to use.
Cons: the blade is a little too large to hide in your pants, and cannot be easily disguised as anything other than a sword.

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The flintlock pistol: most pirates worth their salt keep the handy flintlock pistol tucked into their waistband or belt for just the right situation.  We here at Privateering for Fun and Profit cannot take any responsibility for injuries resulting in the misfire of weapons tucked into your clothing.
Pros: deadly at close range, easy to use.
Cons: long reload time, awful at long range.

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The belaying pin: I know right now you are asking yourself, “what the heck is a belaying pin?”  A belaying pin is a device used on traditional sailing vessels to secure lines, it is often used by sneaky pirates as a club when the situation calls for a surprise attack.
Pros: easily accessible while on a ship.
Cons: very short and awkward to use, very hard to find when not on a ship.

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The hook: yet again another reason why it is beneficial for a pirate to lose a hand.  Imagine having your primary weapon attached to your body, you could never lose it!
Pros: always at hand!
Cons: you have to be missing a hand.

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The oar: another readily found weapon on ships is the oar.  Its long range and sturdy construction ought to yield some excellent results in combat.
Pros: easy to find, good reach.
Cons: impossible to carry around without drawing notice, especially on land.

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The cannon: the pirate who wields a cannon as his favorite weapon is a feared pirate!  Who can argue with him?
Pros: it is a cannon!
Cons: it is a cannon!

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While there are almost as many weapons out there for you to use as your imagination can come up with, we cannot cover them all.  We do hope that you find the right weapon for your needs.  This has been lesson three of Privateering for Fun and Profit: your weapon.