I have a 1873 hammer lifter- steel barrels, and a 1889 twist damascus barrel gun. I also shoot 2 3/4" nitro loads in both, but reloads around 6500psi. When useing BP, anywhere from 70 to 90 grs of 3f and 1oz of shot. I think the Remingtons are very under priced. Look at the lock work - just as good as any gun out there. Paul