Cat Man,
When I saw the trailer being advertised I knew it was rare and although I didn't have anything to tow it at the time I knew I eventually would so just had to have it.
The front wheels are on a turntable and you are correct in stating that the mechanism at the front is a locking pin. It make reversing it somewhat easier, however, I'll probably attach a pintle hook to the front bumper of the GMC to help manouver it in tight spots at shows. Below is a pic of the front.
I'll try to take some more photos this weekend and get some measurements, however, the trailer is sheeted up at the moment as she is temporarily being stored outside.
This one has eight stake side brackets and I can't remember its exact date of maufature but I'm sure its June 1944.
She is in pretty good shape. Just a couple of weekends work to tidy her up and re-do the electrics and she'll be up and running nicely. She was restored a while ago by a previous owner then left out in a field for about 5 years exposed to the elements of the english weather!
Anyhow, will keep you guys posted.
Cheers
Nick