Which caliber

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I know there appears to be a lot of interest in the 44-77 and 44-49BN cartridges around here, honestly a lot more than I would have ever expected. I'm looking to go with a #3 Sporter in either 45-2 7/8, or 50-2.5. I know neither was produced in large numbers. also haven't decided entirely between the shotgun butt on the crescent style butt. I had a 45-2 7/8 several years ago that I made the mistake of letting go. This will be taking position as my primary hunting rifle, and will also spend a fair amount of time banging steel. I know the 45-70 would do just fine for these uses as well, but I just like something a bit different. I shoot a pair of 7 1/2" 44-40's loaded as close to original loads as I can, just because I can, even though I would likely be faster shooting the mouse fart .38spl that is more popular.


SO which would you choose and why?


45-2 7/8


50- 2 1/2


Something else?