2023 Harvest Buffalo

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2023 Harvest Buffalo

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Doug harvested on October 13, 2023 Fort Belknap Reservation. 45-90 385 gr gas check bullet. Bought the rifle new in early 90's. Finally got his dream hunt.
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Congrats to all for a fine success.
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Nice Buffalo congrats!!!!!!!!!
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I put in for a raffle on a buffalo hunt on Kodiak Island Alaska.

Chances are slim for my ticket to be picked but I will be ready with my 1874 Shiloh Sharps in 45/70.

Dumb question,is the 45/70 enough?? I will be using 525 grain cast bullet over 61 grains BP.

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What it the velocity of that load? What nose shape? Bobw
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BobW,
I would guess that the velocity may be in the area of 1600 fps.

The bullet is 525 grain cast lead somewhat roundnose a flat spot about 38 caliber up front.

I will be going to the nearby outdoor range tomorrow to fire 40 rounds and get the tang sights sighted in.

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