I thought it might be a good short range (out to 300 yards) rifle to hunt the timber or brush with. Plenty of power for bears, elk, pigs or most anything you might happen into around here or other places in the U.S. I prefer a bolt gun but so far can not find one, not a popular cartridge here in this part of the country. Browning still makes a lever gun for around 1,200.00 give or take a bit and thats just a little "spendy" for a tight wad like me. The 356 Win would also be a useable cartridge except its only on the 94 Big Bore and just as hard to find and as expensive as the Browning. I'm beginning to think that one of my mausers could be the only way to a reasonable priced .358 Win. At this moment if I was to consider a lever gun I think I would look around for a good used standard grade mod.71 in .348 Win. At any rate thanks to all that gave ideas.

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