Originally Posted by
Oldtimr
I don't know if this makes me a big bore convert, but since I bought a Marlin Guide Gun in 45-70 I have pretty much not used any other rifle. Last year was the first time I went back to my mod 88 Win in .308 since I bought the 45-70.
I love my 45-70s Oldtimr. I have the above mentioned Sharps replica, a Marlin Guide Gun (one of the early ported ones) and another Marlin 1895SBL (stainless big loop). I just sold another 1895 Cowboy. I would like to get my hands on a Winchester 1886 for a decent price.