Make sure you have enough eye relief with that scope.
Some 45-70 ammo will kick pretty hard. I shot some Buffalo Bore ammo with my Guide gun and it felt like I got tackled by a NFL line backer. About 4 shots later I think some of my fillings came loose.
I'm going to get a scope for my rifle but it will be a scout scope mounted on top of the barrel... far away from my eye.
Make sure you have enough eye relief with that scope.
Some 45-70 ammo will kick pretty hard. I shot some Buffalo Bore ammo with my Guide gun and it felt like I got tackled by a NFL line backer. About 4 shots later I think some of my fillings came loose.
I'm going to get a scope for my rifle but it will be a scout scope mounted on top of the barrel... far away from my eye.
I've done some research on the scope and it is made to provide a decent amount of eye relief for higher powered rounds. I will keep it in mind though the first time I pull the trigger!
So I agreed to a deal on a Marlin 1895g in 45-70 with a Burris Timberline scope 3x9x32mm with ballistic reticle. He is throwing in some ammo on top. Meeting up on Sunday and will post some pics once I get it. Thanks for everyone's help and opinion on the rifle and caliber.
Will you reload for your rifle?
an aftermarket recoil pad will make a world of difference in reducing FELT recoil. I believe kick-eez currently lead the pack. the downside is they can snag clothes during the gun mount. if a serious pro guide I'd leave a hard plastic butt plate and use a sissy pad at the range.
Will you reload for your rifle?
I haven't got into re-loading yet
