Thinking about a Big Brother...
I don't hunt anymore but it could happen, so I am thinking good to have a "Big Bore Levergun". Back in the day I loved to handload for the 44mag./44 special for my revolvers. I don't have much experience with the 444 Marlin or 45-70. If nothing else, big bores area blast to shoot and fun to handload. I like straight walled cases and carbide dies.
The most powerful levergun I own is a 357 magnum and it is adequate for my needs but I still have the itch for a Big Brother, just because!
I want to go powerful enough to cover any possible hunting in the Lower 48 but mostly for play. I don't want a shoulder buster but a large caliber that is versatile, economical, and fun. Shots over 100 yards are not so much a consideration.
Any suggestions?