During the show I will be visiting a number of manufacturers to discuss 45/70 related issues. From ammo to accessories. Check back as I update as I visit the various booths.
Bullets
Nosler
I sat down with the good folks at Nosler today at the SHOT show. I confirmed that there are no plans to produce the 300gr partition in the future. The only Nosler option is the 300gr Ballistic Silvertip. I expressed concern over the design of the silvertips and he assured me that they were specifically designed for use in modern 45/70s.
Barnes Bullets
I had a great discussion with Barnes on options for 45/70s. Shooters have two TSX options, the 250 and 300 gr. There is also a 300gr FN Barnes Original and the 400gr Buster which is essential a FMJ surrounding a lead core which functions more like a solid than expandable like the TSX.
Wild West Guns
Spent some time with the folks at WWG. *What an outstanding group of people and super patient. *I am very impressed with the quality and fit/finish of the guns they work over. *Good people but some significant amount of effort to get them to work on a canuck gun.
More to follow....