I had an 86 in 45-70 for a few years. Took a whitetail with it easily. I had not reloaded for it. Just used factory ammo. Nice gun, but this time I want a 71. The old man had a 71 years ago and I always liked it. I would really like it in a thumper caliber like 50-110. I do appreciate and respect your insight, I have a lee single press and some odds and ends, but I will get into the reloading portion after I get the rifle. If I have to buy all new equipment, so be it. There are worse things I can do with my time I suppose.
