JR,
Just noticed from your post count that you are new to the forum.
Even though you're getting a baptism by fire, I would like to say a belated "Welcome".
There have been many threads comparing the 45-70 to the 458 Win Mag, some making outrageous claims for the 45-70 of superior penetration and exaggerated suitability for dangerous game, so this is one of those topics that bring out strong reactions from those that post here.
Hope your rifle turns out well and suits your needs.
Thanks.
There are a bunch of good forums I've found that deal with my shooting interest over the years. They are now all blocked at my work because they are "dangerous weapon sites". Luckily I guess the net-nanny software or what ever they are using considers this a camping site.
jwp475,
When my bullet hits its prey I like the kinetic energy to be transfered first into deformation energy leading to a higher energy within the animal in the form of pressure.
I also like the energy and the momentum to be transfered as much as possible to prey and not off in the dirt somewhere beyond the prey.
