The Real Deal with a 45 70 Double Barrel
There is something inherently satisfying about cracking open a 45 70 double barrel and sliding two massive cartridges into the chambers. It's a tactile experience that a modern bolt-action or a polymer-framed semi-auto just can't replicate. While most folks associate the .45-70 Government round with the iconic lever-action rifles of the Old West, putting that thumping caliber into a double-barrel configuration—whether side-by-side or over-under—takes the shooting experience to a completely different level. It's a blend of raw American power and classic European styling that just works, even if it is a bit of a niche choice in today's world of high-capacity magazines and long-range optics. ...