I joined seeking help, n i know this has been asked many time through the yrs. I have a NEF 45-70, the Factory ammo isn't all that pleasant to shoot. Being 67 n disabled i am looking for 100 yds n under, most likely under a 75 yds in my woods. I no longer need a shoulder buster, i bought this nice single shot to enjoy my hunting for deer. I see cast bullets from 300 gr past 500gr. Thinking a 45-70 will make a hole through a deer's chest. I have not even purchased a loading set, i doubt i will shoot 20 rounds a yr after i get an accurate load worked up.