I have a friend with a nicely stocked Browning 1885 in 45-70.
What he has discovered, and I agree, is that the gun is uncomfortable to shoot because of the recoil from the lever into the trigger hand. If you aren't really hanging on tight, or bagged down, it can even cut you.
He is considering rebarreling it, but knows that at least the cost of a new octagon pipe might be prohibitive. Does anyone know of a good source? He is thinking maybe chambering it in 280 Rem.
Would there be any complications doing this? I'm thinking at least the forend might need work as a new barrel would probably have a smaller contour to keep weight reasonable?
Thanks in advance for suggestions or experiences with this.
