RE: 45-70 Gov Best Rifle Choice
While the Ruger will shoot the heavies loads, most find that the recoil is the determining factor. The T/C will handle all but the heaviest Ruger loads and there would be no problem with they Marlin level loads. Strength wise the Encore should handle Ruger loads as well. The T/C will for sure shoot the heaviest load that your shoulder will want to stand. The 45-70 does not need high velocity loads to do its thing.