Lets debate something for FUN. Lets take two modern day rifles and compare pros and conns of each. For this chat lets leave out the AR platform. Do they compare or does one outshine the other hands down. Lets start.
450 BM Pro's
1. Shoots .452 projectiles
2. Uses less powder when reloaded
3. Velocity in the 2200fps Energy 2750 ish
4. Drop of 3.4 inches at 200 yards
5. Said to be less felt recoil
Conn's
1. Not many options other then Ruger American Ranch or re-barreling a Savage.
2. It uses pistol size bullets so less options for weights
3. If I purchase another rifle this soon after the one I just got I will get in the dog house
Trusty 45-70 Pro's
1. Bullet weights are higher
2. Comes in Lever guns
3. Brass is all over
4. Works well with cast but then again I think both do
5. You can say you own a 45-70
6. 2100 fps with 2850 ish foot pounds energy wooof
Conn's
1. Heavy bullet weights
2. Not really designed for smokeless
3. Only comes in a single or lever
4. I am having a hard time coming up with conn's
Ok this is for fun and might end up with me buying a barrel or a RAR. I am looking for others outlook on the topic. The list I have posted is just to get us started that is if any of you guys would like to take part in this chat. Let me hear what you have and what you think good or bad. If you had to pick one what one. Lets have some fun.