I tried buying just the action also. No deal. But they did accept an order for a pistol grip lower tang action with a half round / half octagon barrel in .30-40 Krag. They didn't require a deposit, so if they don't come through, there is no loss on my part.

By the way, Ballard has an original fixture for bending lower tangs for pistol grip. I had a Winder musket bent and it is really a nice feature. I trust they took it with them to Michigan. Brrrr.