You could call it the Brit Hiwall - except it is quite a bit simpler. I would only make 2 modifications to it:
1. Separate (and weaker) trigger return spring
2. Modify for stock bolt
IMO, it wouldn't give up anything to any other action out there - lock time would be quite a bit faster than a Farq while being at least as solid - not so fast as a Martini maybe, but then again, not everyone is born equal...
Moreover, it is extremely simple construction-wise. quite a few years ago there was a gent in SA (Karl Schlager) making replica's of these, but unfortunately he doesn't do so anymore - and I missed the chance of getting his last one. Then again, I was young and poor then (now I 'm old and poor
) And yes, the patent information is on my website.
Of course, Spud's rifle is extremely desireable as it is chambered in my all-time favorite round - the #2 Musket. I now have 4 rifles chambered for this round, and every one of them has proven to be a tackdriver.