Originally Posted By: Steve Helsley
FYI - William Powell & Son also had a patented (No.493 of 1876) crossbolt action. It is a single bite, snap action with a square bolt. It was produced for both hammer guns and A&D boxlocks.



Correct. Here is a picture of my W&P 16 bore built in 1882.




Mr. Powell was kind enough to send me a copy from the original ledger book.

Matt


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