Awsome info guys, yea I wish I could use a 45-70 or a 30-30, while great hunting callibers they are not allowed in cowboy matches. The info on the specialty ammo was awsome, thanks hatchieluvr. I really did not know you could buy 45s at those weights, pressures and speeds without doing it yourself. And you guys are right that i will be shooting it more for cowboy than hunting. However, we do have 6 bears here at my house. Some come right up to the house. So always good to have a potent rifle handy. Took one last hunting season (tastes great), looking forward to this year with a new levergun. At least I dont have to go far:-)
Any other info and tips please share them :-)