Home Forums Hunting & Shooting BPCR My new (to me) old model Remington 700 45-70

Picked this old girl up at the Tulsa show last month. Just got it back together after a deep cleaning and inspection. For a 130 year old rifle it is remarkable condition, a few minor marks in the wood, no rust, bluing is excellent, case hardening faded but visible, tight action and a sharp clean shiny bore. Ran some rounds through the tube mag, cycled and feed perfectly, however the magazine spring is weak and could be replaced. Ordered a Saeco 405 grain flat nose mould but have loaded up some round nose to give it a go tomorrow.
Always wanted a Keene since seeing one in the movie Joe Kidd, this is the first one I have encountered that is what I consider presentable and shootable.