Had a BEAUTIFUL #1 45-70 once... was terrified to scratch it.

Sold it... bought a 1895, a CVA Scout... had both threaded... and spent the left over money on a .458 can (some of it at least $200+/-).

No question... #1s are magnificent, just not for everyone.


If you are not actively engaging EVERY enemy you encounter... you are allowing another to fight for you... and that is cowardice... plain and simple.