* Pistol: Pistols were also common weapons on the Oregon Trail. Pistols were used for self-defense and for close-range hunting.
* Knife: Every traveler carried a knife for a variety of purposes. Knives could be used for hunting, preparing food, and defense.
* Tomahawk: A tomahawk is a type of axe that was also commonly carried by travelers on the Oregon Trail. Tomahawks could be used for cutting firewood, building shelters, and as weapons.
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