If I had to start over with just one rifle, it would be my Marlin 1895XLR in 45-70. I have a 4200 Elite 1.5-5x40 ILLUM scope mounted on it and it is a great fit for a 45-70. With Garrett�s 45-70 +P Hammerhead Ammo 540 gr Super Hard Cast gas-checked Hammerhead at 1550 FPS I could handle any animal on earth. If it takes more than five Hammerheads, I would need an RPG! Garrett also loads a 500 gr solid at 1530 FPS. My reloads with Nosier 300 gr BT at 1300 FPS will work for deer and smaller game. For larger non-dangerous game any factory 405 gr at 1200-1300 or reloads running the same speed will work. I have had good luck with Hornady�s 325 gr Flex Tip on deer and hogs. In my Marlin the Flex Tip loads group under 1 �� at 200 yards if I do my part.
The Marlin is quick to my shoulder and fast to reload four times!
