I've been reading through the thread on subsonic .45-70 loads & it got me thinking -- If I were to dedicate a rifle to full-time subsonic/suppressed use, why wouldn't I just start with the .45 LC case & save some rifle length/weight, powder, & worry about case fill %?
Am I missing something?
No, you aren't missing anything. I'd choose the 45 Colt every time for a dedicated subsonic levergun.
It's all the same logic/reasons a 300 Blackout is better than a 308 Win for subsonic use.
And if you really want to get into the lightest loads, you can use 45 Schofield and 45 Cowboy brass in a 45 Colt. The 45 Cowboy is about the same length as a 45ACP case.
https://www.starlinebrass.com/45-cowboy-special
