Going back to the OP, this is the 2nd thread he's started about the same type of subject--what gun should I buy? The OP has only made 2 posts to date, both of which are thread starters. The OP has not responded back to any of the excellent advice he's been given. You guys are free to discuss the merits of different calibers (for the record I own and like my 45-70) but I wouldn't expect to hear back from the OP based on his track record. YMMV as always.