Gentlemen (and Ladies?),

I just found this wonderful site, and this is my first post.

I recently obtained a used Marlin 1895G Guide Gun in 45-70. Although I had previously shot .223 and .308 caliber rifles while in the U. S. Army, this is the first, shall we say, substantial caliber rifle I ever owned.
My wife and I went to a local gun club to shoot it this morning and it was quite an experience!!
The gun is wonderful--just right for hunting in GA. It sure doesn't go "crack" when fired; more like "BOOM". I love it, and since I also received a set of reloading dies and lots of reloaded ammo, I am going to learn to reload. At 56 I can still learn a few "new tricks."
1. I read your thread on the .444 vs .450 and 45-70. Very informative.
2. Any suggestions as to inexpensive and beginner's-level reloading equipment.
3. Any additional information on my new rifle and caliber will be most appreciated.

Teach.

Thanks,
Gene