Went to the Fredericksburg show today. Dealers and private sellers do seem to be more apt to "dealing" and "selling" now. To keep this bp related, I picked up a box of locks and parts, including a fully functional flintlock lock, although it's for a lefty. 2 functional percussion locks that look like they came off spanish Jukars or CVA or some such, and a non functional percussion lock. Included about a dozen flints and a bag full of assorted lock parts and springs. All for $25. He wanted $45, and the flintlock alone is worth more than that IMO. Also picked up an older (late 1950's he said) but rock solid Stevens 311 SxS 16 gauge shotgun. Talked him down to $250 from $280 and took it home. I've been wanting one of these in 16 gauge. There were other deals but I spent my limit.
Gun shows seem to be getting better!
Gun shows seem to be getting better!