I have one of the SS guide guns in 45-70. I only really bought it because I got it for a song, but I was concerned about it's kick. I find it comfortable to shoot and that's with the buffalo bore bear loads ( it came with a couple hundred rounds ). I also can shoot a 308 all afternoon and not be bothered. However, I plan on never shooting a 30-06 again in my life. Last time I shot one or those it felt like someone hit my on the shoulder with a large hammer.
It's strange how different calibers effect people differently.
