16 December 2005, 00:21
First Shot45-70: 26" BBL Velocities
I'm thinking about getting a Marlin 1895 Cowboy and was wondering what kind of actual chronographed velocities are achievable in the 26" Bbl with a 300 - 325 grn jacketed bullet.
Thanks
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25 December 2005, 20:12
"JB"First Shot
Over at
http://www.marlinowners.com you may get a better answer on the Big Bore forum. I personally would not supe up a 300 grainer in a 1:18 twist barrel. You can still get some pretty decent loadings in the 1500 to 1700 fps range.
I know if I was carrying this one, I would prolly use one of Marshalls Beartooth Bullets called the
425-gr Pile Driver but for a list of great cast bullets for loading your own
Beartooth BulletsI know with all the selections of bullets out there and such its a real

contest.
Hope this helps
25 December 2005, 21:17
conchoJB thanks again for the sites , I got one more trip to get my High Wall action EDM cut then it's shape and fit Parts , Barrel in paid for but 4 week wait 50-110 , I excited ! have a Happy New year Everyone !