Not what yer askin, but I'd go 45-70 on a Siamese Mauser action and drop her into a syn stock.
Gunner
Gunner,
That's the proven, time tested solution, for sure.
I didn't mention that because the OP didn't put it on the table for discussion, but you are absolutely correct, IMHO.
DF
You bet DF, I've seen some very nice Siamese Mausers for sale at less than 400 bucks, a couple hundred on a syn stock and he's there.
The 45-70 in a strong action can, IMHO be loaded up right there with the other two, brass is everywhere and loading dies are cheap.
A 525 gr Beartooth Piledriver bullet at 1800 fps will get it all done in spades.
Gunner
