Originally Posted By: Joe Taylor


My problem with the 45-70 is that a weapon to handle it comfortably is beyond what I would call a stalking rifle.

The #3 Ruger is light and quick handling although, in my opinion, too light for most big guys to shoot comfortably. My carbine is just a skosh over 6 pounds. One of my cousins that weighs 260 lbs shot it and the thing recoiled back and gave him a black eye.

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