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T. O'Heir · April 17, 2019, 03:10 PM

I think the Trapdoor has been messed with more than just a "conversion". It's in pretty rough condition too. Not convinced I'd part with any money for either of those.
"...anything this old shouldn't be shot..." Needs a proper smithy with lots of original BP firearm experience to determine that. Had a real TD Carbine long ago(do not shoot those with 70 grains of BP. It hurts.) that worked just fine. Still does as far as I know. Buddy of mine used(d) it for CAS with smokeless loads.
The Powell percussion probably has Damascus barrels and isn't safe to shoot anyway.
"...shoot over a pile of corn..." Illegal in most places.

April 17, 2019, 03:10 PM	#4
T. O'Heir Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 12,453	I think the Trapdoor has been messed with more than just a "conversion". It's in pretty rough condition too. Not convinced I'd part with any money for either of those. "...anything this old shouldn't be shot..." Needs a proper smithy with lots of original BP firearm experience to determine that. Had a real TD Carbine long ago(do not shoot those with 70 grains of BP. It hurts.) that worked just fine. Still does as far as I know. Buddy of mine used(d) it for CAS with smokeless loads. The Powell percussion probably has Damascus barrels and isn't safe to shoot anyway. "...shoot over a pile of corn..." Illegal in most places.