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hrf · 10-03-2012, 06:20 PM

I'm surprised a 45-70 round will chamber, as the 45-70 case head diameter is .500+ versus .480 for 410 shell, and a 410 shell fired in a 45-70 swells noticeably.

Please don't try firing 45-70 in your shotgun!

10-03-2012, 06:20 PM	#26
hrf Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2,309	Re: I would like to identify this bolt action rifle. I'm surprised a 45-70 round will chamber, as the 45-70 case head diameter is .500+ versus .480 for 410 shell, and a 410 shell fired in a 45-70 swells noticeably. Please don't try firing 45-70 in your shotgun!