"Old soldiers never die..." the 45-70

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The 45-70 Government cartridge has played movie roles, earned a distinguished place in competitive shooting and is a favorite among those who love hunting. As originally loaded and adopted by the U.S. Army in 1873, the .45-70 Government used 70 grs. of blackpowder to lob a 405-gr., all-lead bullet at a muzzle velocity.

Author: Mayer, Scott E.
Sporting and athletic goods, not elsewhere classified, Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing, Hunting Equipment, Evaluation, Hunting gear

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Lazzeroni legitimized

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In 1992 John Lazzeroni designed a series of cartridges that had all the features the dedicated big-game hunter desired. The Lazzeroni rifles are fairly priced and would possibly expand the hunting opportunities for a hunter.

Author: Mayer, Scott E.
Product development, Facilities & equipment, Equipment and supplies, Big game hunting, Lazzeroni, John

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Subjects list: United States, Cartridges, Ammunition cartridges
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