I'll look at both calibers and compare them. I find the 45-70 appealing because I'm also thinking of buying a CVA single shot rifle in the same caliber.
The reading I've done on this caliber indicates that the recoil is not that severe because it's a straight case and one doesn't shoot anything heavier than a 300grain bullet
Looking at purchasing a BFR rifle caliber pistol and I am leaning towards the 45-70 chambering. I am looking for advice/feedback on choosing a barrel length. The two options are 7.5" or 10.5". Any advice would be appreciated.