Trapdoor Rifles

Still need a couple more photos, but will soon (within a week or so) post photos of one of the .50 caliber trapdoor pistols. Quite a few fakes out there but this is a real one and may be a good reference to use if someone offers you one in the future.

John'
I really look forward to seeing your pics of the 50/70 pistol. Many years ago, a large scale local dealer acquired what appeared to be a real one. He graciously allowed me to strip and photograph it for my own research. In my humble opinion, it could only have been faked by a dedicated and talented master machinist/artist, and in my own mind, it was real.
I've been looking for something to compare it with since that day. The gun is gone, and I doubt that the dealer even recalls the transaction--tracing it is unlikely. The pistol was built on a "short" receiver and used wood and furniture which appeared to come from the old 1842 series of percussion arms.
My pictures are "paper", but will send you copies if you like.

That's exciting - will look forward to seeing it!