Thanks for the links to those books...I had no idea they were available as such. After taking a quick peak it definitely confirms my belief that W.Greener was a "deep thinker" concerning all things related to gun manufacturing.

As far as the barrels....they are very easily removed...much easier than on my muskets and longrifles...cleanup should be a snap.

If I end up hanging onto this gun...I definitely will "get stinky" as suggested... grin