Underhammer action

[Oldnamvet]

As part of building my first underhammer (2nd gun overall - this could get addictive), I started taking the action apart to file, sand, polish, and finish.  I approached it with a little hesitation since I had never even seen the insides of one before.  Seeing the parts of my flintlocks whenever I clean them, I was a little nervous at taking it apart.  Once I got started I couldnt believe how simple they are.  The steel block, the trigger, the hammer, and trigger guard/hammer spring.  2 minutes to take it apart.  Whoever first came up with the design was a genius at making the complex simple.


Now to get to work.

[bull frog]

It's a wonder they didn't catch on more.  They aren't as pretty at first glance, but they grow on you.  And you cant get much simpler and rugged.

[DandJofAZ]

Always liked the sleek lines. Wish one of you guys with a mill could turn out some of  these cheap.

[Oldnamvet]

Been working on this one.  This is what I attached the action to so far.