45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
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45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
I have always wanted a big bore lever action and have decided to get either a 45-70, 444, or 450 Marlinand want to know the pros and cons of each from those that have them. I would be using it for close range (100 yds) deer, bear, hogs, or possibly elk in timber. Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
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RE: 45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
The .450 is simply a suped up version of the 45-70 with a belt to prevent firing in older trapdoor springfields. It's for people who don't reload the 45-70 to hotter pressures. I would choose the 45-70 between the three as it's going to be around forever,has a multitude of factory loadings,and it'll get the job done.
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RE: 45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
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The .450 is simply a suped up version of the 45-70 with a belt to prevent firing in older trapdoor springfields. It's for people who don't reload the 45-70 to hotter pressures. I would choose the 45-70 between the three as it's going to be around forever,has a multitude of factory loadings,and it'll get the job done.
The .450 is simply a suped up version of the 45-70 with a belt to prevent firing in older trapdoor springfields. It's for people who don't reload the 45-70 to hotter pressures. I would choose the 45-70 between the three as it's going to be around forever,has a multitude of factory loadings,and it'll get the job done.
But the factory loads are fine for what you will be hunting. My Marlin likes the 405 gr, but I have other friends that use the 300 and 350gr as well. I vote for the 45/70.
Mike
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RE: 45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
It is in comparison to my Ruger #1 in 375 H&H as far as felt recoil.
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RE: 45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
My father in law has the 444 and that recoil is not a problem for me. I really don't want to handload but I have done it in the past. Are most of the bullets for these calibers cast or is there a decent selection of jacketed hollow points and flat noses?
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RE: 45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
Are most of the bullets for these calibers cast or is there a decent selection of jacketed hollow points and flat noses?
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RE: 45-70 vs 444 vs 450 Marlin Which one
If you want somewhat less recoil, the .444 Marlin is a dandy. I shoot the LeverEvolution ammo and recoil is a non-issue. Gotta love those short, handy Marlin lever guns!