Lever-action rifles have been around for over 150 years, and they’re still as practical—and fun—as ever. Whether you’re after a dependable hunting rifle, a hard-hitting .45/70 for bear country, or ...

The introduction of the Model 1886 by Winchester was, in fact, a direct result of the .45/70 cartridge. Winchester’s Model 1876 rifle, an attempt to market a lever-action rifle for large, hard-hitting ...