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.45-70 Rifle
Am Shooting Journal ^ | 11/28/2018 | O Volk

Posted on 11/28/2018 5:02:00 AM PST by w1n1

The stylish Henry Octagon in .45-70 Government is a hardworking short-range rifle with a quick and smooth action.
For a cartridge introduced in 1873, the .45-70 Government has enjoyed some serious staying power. The same may be said of lever-action rifles that date back a decade further. The combination of the two, first made in 1881, logically joined two good things into something perennially popular.

Today, several companies make such rifles. Henry offers three models, with the Octagon being the most visually striking of the lot. The fit of the metal and wood is tight, and the finish is even and well applied. A 22-inch blued octagonal barrel is installed on a brass receiver, with brass buttplate on a straight-grip stock of quality walnut completing the first impression. Weighing in at about 8 pounds, the rifle feels substantial without appearing heavy. For field carry, it comes with sling swivel studs already installed.

The magazine tube holds four cartridges and loads from a port underneath, the same as Henry’s rimfire rifles. While slower than gate loading, this approach is easier on the shooter’s fingers and doesn’t damage soft bullet points. And, considering the power of the .45-70 cartridge, 4+1 capacity is generally sufficient. Read the rest of this .45-70 Rifle.


TOPICS: Hobbies; Outdoors
KEYWORDS: blogpimp; henryfirearms; momsbasement
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To: w1n1

Question for those more in the know on such things.

From a prepper standpoint I would like to keep calibers to a minimum. I have .22 pistol and rifles.

However, I’m trying to match my .45 pistol with a good rifle. Any recommendations for a rifle that would be compatible with .45ACP? Or am I just barking up the wrong tree altogether.


21 posted on 11/28/2018 7:15:09 AM PST by reed13k
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To: Squantos

I have a friend who bought a recent one (44 mag), and it seems okay. Another friend has one with a slight alignment issue. I lucked out and found one at the show, JM stamped for $450.

I think the current wisdom is inspect very carefully before buying.

(I’d rather buy and older one, myself, and I did)


22 posted on 11/28/2018 7:35:18 AM PST by Kommodor (Terrorist, Journalist or Democrat? I can't tell the difference.)
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To: reed13k
a rifle that would be compatible with .45ACP?

Thompson?

23 posted on 11/28/2018 7:52:45 AM PST by Rio
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To: w1n1

When I was young I used to shoot a friend’s old trapdoor. The cartridges where light reloads with 500 grain cast bullets and when fired you could actually see them going down range. Lol.


24 posted on 11/28/2018 8:11:33 AM PST by bruoz
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To: reed13k

I think Ruger makes one, or they used to.


25 posted on 11/28/2018 8:34:28 AM PST by real saxophonist (One side has guns and training. Other side's primary concern is 'gender identity'. Who's gonna win?)
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To: w1n1

A .45-70 wil be my next rifle.


26 posted on 11/28/2018 8:41:00 AM PST by NativeSon ( Grease the floor with Crisco when I dance the Disco)
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To: reed13k

A Marlin Camp .45 if you can find one. Uses 1911 mags if I remember correctly.

L


27 posted on 11/28/2018 8:43:00 AM PST by Lurker (President Trump isn't our last chance. President Trump is THEIR last chance.)
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To: Lurker; real saxophonist; Rio

Thanks all


28 posted on 11/28/2018 9:04:37 AM PST by reed13k
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To: Kommodor

Agree ...... one older is sought . Without the lawyer safety.


29 posted on 11/28/2018 9:44:26 AM PST by Squantos (Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet ...)
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To: Tijeras_Slim

Well guess its a pre Remington Marlin 1895 only search now ...... Thanks Bub !


30 posted on 11/28/2018 9:52:25 AM PST by Squantos (Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet ...)
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To: reed13k

Many here will pooh-pooh my suggestion, but nonetheless:

Hi-Point makes carbines in .38, .45, and 9mm.

Just saying


31 posted on 11/28/2018 10:02:46 AM PST by Don W (When blacks riot, neighbourhoods and cities burn. When whites riot, nations and continents burn.)
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To: w1n1

One of the posters on the MO forum hit the nail directly on the head with his post:
“...It boils down to bean counters and lawyers that are not knowledgeable in the trade dictating operations and policy based on bottom line profit (which BTW does not get reinvested into the employees or the company)....”
IMHO, NEVER let a bean counter or a lawyer manage anything in your business, that is, IF you want to stay in business. Let em “count the beans” and let em provide “legal advice”, but NEVER let em manage a damn thing when it comes to manufacturing, production, engineering, etc.


32 posted on 11/28/2018 10:48:14 AM PST by lgjhn23 (It's easy to be liberal when you're dumber than a box of rocks.)
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To: Squantos

Picked up a Sig P365... sweet tiny gun, very little perceived recoil. Not so great for big hands, but fits my medium mitts well.


33 posted on 11/28/2018 2:42:09 PM PST by Tijeras_Slim
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To: Tijeras_Slim

Have one ..... very nice carry gun, using the 12 round mags with 147gr Speer GDHP.. They’re very good little rigs .. Very very concealable .... using a number 2 blackhawk tech grip # 2 as my IWB.

As you say , very very accurate and reliable thus far with about 1800 rounds thru it , mostly 115gr Win White Box for range work. about 300 rounds of 147gr GDHP. Love the little pistola !


34 posted on 11/28/2018 4:22:44 PM PST by Squantos (Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet ...)
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To: Manuel OKelley
"Its only short range if you dont understand trajectory"

If you bought a 45-70 for its long-range prowess, trajectory isn't the only thing you don't understand.

35 posted on 11/28/2018 8:29:14 PM PST by Paal Gulli
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To: Paal Gulli

Know a couple enthusiasts who can hit paint cans all day long at 500 yds, have seen one of them do it a few times at close to 700 with a tang sight

It’s not my thing but with pratice perfextly reasonable


36 posted on 11/28/2018 9:06:41 PM PST by Manuel OKelley
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