I am not real sure where some of this information is coming from. I have been hunting with a 44 magnum, and other pistol caliber rifle's for years. The 454 can generate over 2300fps in a Puma lever action rifle. These rifles with a 240 grain(44 or 454) bullet can easily kill deer at 200 yards. Farther for the 454. Most BP shooter's are shooting 44 magnum bullets in their MZ!! The 44 magnum can easily attain 1800fps in a lever rifle with a 240 grain bullet.

People shoot 44 magnum pistol's over 100 yards?? Why would you believe a rifle is less capable?? People in Indiana are in for a real treat. If you want open sights then buy a Puma in 454. If you want a scope then buy a Marlin in 44 magnum. They will be very east to find.

I do not know if the 460S&W is legal, but if it is then imagine one in an Encore!! Man that would be a real hammer!! Or just get a 500S&W in an Encore, and hang on!!

Muzzle loader's and shotguns more effective. I do not think so!! Tom.