There is going to be a display of signed Melchior Fordney rifles coming up at this year's Eastern Pa Longrifle show. Is anyone on here going to the show to see these rifles? They had a spectacular Dickert display a few years ago and there are always some great rifles on the tables at this show. In the past, I've seen rifles there by Beck, Beyer, Dickert, Gumph, Valentine Fondersmith, John Fondersmith, Schroyer, Shriver, and too many more to remember. There are usually some great contemporary builders set up there also. These local shows are a real gem and the people that put them together spend a lot of time and effort to organize the shows. We really need to support these local shows and keep them going. They give anyone the opportunity to see and possibly handle some great original rifles.
I've always been more interested in the earlier Lancaster rifles, but Fordney's work has always intrigued me. I would love to see any pictures of Melchior Fordney rifles that you would be willing to post here for everyone to admire.
Hope to see you at the show.
John
