The more I see of it, the better I like your Maynard.  I am pretty sure that as has been stated, the gun was modified post-factory to CF cartridge configuration and that the box was built for it after leaving the factory as well.  The deep notch into which the hammer nose descends and the type, shape, and mounting of the firing pin are all atypical.  Keep in mind that this was a time when cartridge weapons were becoming popular and there were thousands of surplus percussion arms left surplus at the end of the War of Northern Aggression.  Good old American ingenuity rose to the occasion and many fine minds and talented hands took up the challenge to convert the cheap surplus to "new" guns.

As for the fitting and decoration of the box... again, this was a time when fine craftsmanship that was both readily available and reasonably priced.  Think of the flames and pin-striping seen on hot rods of the '50s and '60s and you will see that personalization has always been with us.  Obviously, Mr. Bishop was a man of good taste with the resources to indulge his tastes to a somewhat higher than average level.

One thing that bothers me is the lack of holes on the left side of the frame for the saddle ring staple.  I'm guessing that means it was originally a civilian Model 1865, but I could be way off on that part.  The flat topped, no comb butt stock would fit that theory.

Froggie

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Here is a finely made, high quality carry box for anyone who is not as fortunate to have a period box such as the one shown to us above.

The company that makes these shooting accessories is Cal Graf Design located in Big Timber Montana and they offer all sorts of boxes and carry cases for rifles and shotguns.

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