Guns&Religion
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My Bro in Law just sent me a pic of a very nice looking 45/70 Sharps he just ordered, which I am now drooling over. He says we will take it out to shoot in on our next trip to see the family back east. You can bet your bottom dollar I'm going to take advantage of that.
I just want to get some tips from the treasure trove of information on this website, since I've never shot a 45/70 before, and I know nothing about a Sharp's rifle, (beyond what's in the movie "Quigley Down Under")
While I don't expect to be shooting buckets at 900 yards or anything close to that (I like that movie) I was wondering how far away can you shoot that round and print on the paper. Also, can anyone recommend a good load for distance shooting. (I'm hoping we can at least go beyond 100 yards)
Thanks
I just want to get some tips from the treasure trove of information on this website, since I've never shot a 45/70 before, and I know nothing about a Sharp's rifle, (beyond what's in the movie "Quigley Down Under")
While I don't expect to be shooting buckets at 900 yards or anything close to that (I like that movie) I was wondering how far away can you shoot that round and print on the paper. Also, can anyone recommend a good load for distance shooting. (I'm hoping we can at least go beyond 100 yards)
Thanks