Just ordered a Marlin 1895 Guide gun in 45-70. It should be here Mon. or Tue., I can't wait to shoot that beast. I have a Bushnell Holosight to sit on top of it. I plan on using it for deer and bear hunting in the thick laurel here in central PA. I'm going to use the Hornady Leverevolution ammo 325gr. I love big bore heavy bullets and this fits the bill perfectly. I considered the 450 Marlin but it looks like there are alot more choices in 45-70 to a non-reloader.

Hard to beat a Marlin lever gun.

Had one with a ported barrel. Shot real nice groups.

I've had one for about 25 years. Great rifle, it packs a lot of punch in a relatively small package. Great close quarters deer rifle.

If you're recoil-sensitive, this ain't the gun for you

Tom