Fortnite's v18.50 update introduced the fan-voted Flint-Knock Pistol in Season 8, replacing the standard pistol. As a seasoned Fortnite player and analyst, I've tracked its return and tested its impact firsthand—this high-damage powerhouse is now a map staple.
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The Flint-Knock Pistol is a mythic-tier handgun in Fortnite Battle Royale, added in Season 8 amid Epic's war-themed update. Its Exotic counterpart, Le Vol-Coup de Lazar, offers even more firepower.
With one of the largest player bases in battle royale gaming, Fortnite's v18.50 patch revived this weapon based on community polls, delivering a fresh twist to close-quarters combat.
Each shot unleashes massive damage—86-90 per bullet (28.38-29.7 DPS)—with intense knockback for both shooter and target, plus material penetration. It struggles at long range and uses Heavy Ammo, featuring a 2.0x headshot multiplier. Currently exclusive to floor loot.
Search any floor loot or chests across Season 8 Battle Royale islands. As a hitscan weapon without first-shot accuracy, shots scatter within crosshairs—perfect for aggressive plays. It previously appeared during Winterfest on December 20, 2019, and January 1, 2020.
