For those who dont have a 45/70 or those who want to match ther .500 handgun i think this is a great idea. I myself made a big mistake last year when i sold my marlin 1895ss so i think i will try this handi rifle and if Marlin could put this into one of there lever actions i will be the first on there waiting list.And if you are not a reloader the 500 goes 1900fps with a 350 grain bullet in a handgun. This will beat out factory loads in the 45/70. I am talking about Rem, Win, Fed, as these are the only ammunition makers that Marlin reccomends in there firearms.