FWIW...
I have a Marlin 1895G 45-70. Running the Nosler 300 gr BST at 2100 fps.
Best 3 shot group at 100 yds went 0.400" c/c and 2" groups on my 250 yard gong. Longest shot on a deer was a doe at 260 yards, DRT.
In a Ruger #1, a 45-70 would be one smooth shooter.
JD338
Last edited by JD338; 04/21/22.
