Yes, it’s a 45/70. A big, fat, rather slow moving bullet perfect for the woods. Not any good over 200 meters, but where we hunt, 50 meters would be a long shot.
Was looking at the 444, but went with the old standard.
As I get older, I value the “older” tried and true things. The new superfast narrow rounds are great, but even a small twig will deflect them in the dense woods.
45-70: The bull elephant in the room
Great rifle, thanks for the info. There is an antique 1880s Marlin in really nice shape for sale here in my local area, I think it is a 50-110, but am not sure. I’d like to have it as Marlins have a very nice, simple and clean action.