Thanks guys, some interesting thoughts.
I actually do hunt with a Ruger 1, 270 Winchester and took my Desert Bighorn with it.
It really isn’t a lightweight by today’s standards weighting in at 8 pounds 3 ounces with it’s 24” Krieger barrel but it shoots under an inch just about any bullet.
I especially like the handiness of it’s short overall length and find the slightly muzzle heavy balance comfortable to carry.
I talked to Jack a few times over the phone but never questioned him about the Lazy Man comment. As a professional writer he chose his words deliberately and what was meant is anyone’s guess😀

Last edited by Desertranger; 06/26/21.