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omgb
02-06-2022, 02:43 PM
I have and H&R Officer's model 45-70. A while back, the action began opening upon firing and ejecting the case. BP, smokeless, it doesn't matter. I need to get it fixed. I doubt I can even sell it with this flaw. So, I need to find a smith who knows TDs and could fix the problem, be it fitting an original breech door to it or???? Do any of you know someone you would recommend?
Dutchman
02-06-2022, 03:38 PM
https://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?61694-Trapdoor-Strength/page2
missionary5155
02-06-2022, 08:28 PM
John Taylor who is a member here is who I would contact.
varsity07840
02-07-2022, 10:28 AM
John Taylor who is a member here is who I would contact.

I think John King is retired.
1Hawkeye
02-07-2022, 12:24 PM
Give Lee Shaver a call it sounds like you need to have the latch assembly fixed.
marlinman93
02-07-2022, 04:20 PM
I think John King is retired.

John King is not John Taylor. And neither are retired that I know of.
elmacgyver0
02-07-2022, 07:23 PM
The latch on a trapdoor is pretty simple.
The hammer actually locks it closed.
I found enough parts on Ebay to build a complete rifle.
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M-Tecs
02-07-2022, 07:26 PM
https://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?438390-H-amp-R-Trapdoor&p=5350960#post5350960