Huvius:
Loved the photos, it gives me hope as I have a rather well-worn example and would like to tidy it up one day.

It will never look as good as yours, though!

If you're interested, here's a link to an article I penned several years ago for our local Arms Collectors journal, about the one in my custody:

http://www.acant.org.au/Articles/RoddaDouble.html

The Scott back-action sidelocks are marvelous things and the .500 #2 is a very comfortable cartridge to shoot. Should be just the ticket for compiling a good supply of elk and bear steaks!