This forum is intended for historical discussion of original long range target rifles of the black powder breech loading era. Readers wishing to discuss wider aspects of black powder cartridge rifles should refer to the following:
 
The web site forums at Research Press and British Militaria cover black powder breech loading military and sporting rifles. Military Rifles is an excellent resource for those interested in (Non-U.S.) Black Powder, Metallic Cartridge, Military Rifles from about 1865 to about 1888.
 
Readers are also directed to:
Historical Breechloading Smallarms Association (UK)
American Single Shot Rifle Association (USA)
 
David