magnum research 4570 or 500?

guess I answered my own question!
"from mag research site"

BFR VELOCITY WITH SELECTED AMMO
(All tested with PACT Chronograph)

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45/70, 10-Inch Barrel a.300 grain Federal Sierra Classic, average 1507 FPS and muzzle energy 1513 FT/LBS
b.300 grain Winchester Super X, average 1405 FPS and muzzle energy 1315 FT/LBS
c.405 grain PMC, average 1056 FPS and muzzle energy 1003 FT/LBS


.500 S&W, 10-Inch Barrel a.275 grain Barnes X CorBon, average 1856 FPS and muzzle energy 2104 FT/LBS
b.400 grain Hawk SP CorBon, average 1752 FPS and muzzle energy 2727 FT/LBS
c.440 grain Hard Cast CorBon, average 1718 FPS and muzzle energy 2884 FT/LBS
 
As a firearm enthusiast, we know that the .500S&W is more powerful... But, The 45-70 cartridge does look a little more badass. :p
 
I am enjoying the 45-70, Have tried loads from 300 cast 25 gr. 4198 to 420 cast 46 gr RL7 mild to wild, even 500 grain cast. The 45-70 is so versatile, also i have the Marlin 1895ss to share the shooting duties
 
One thing to consider is that the 45-70 is a rifle cartridge so any factory loads or book loads will be designed for a long barrel. Don't get me wrong though...bragging about your handgun taking the same bullets as the guy complaining about his lever gun's recoil would be well worth it....
 
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