Salmoneye
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While the .444 Marlin can easily be handloaded 'down' to comfortable levels that will easily do what the OP is looking for, I'd go with a .44 Mag...If for no other reason than brass is easier to find...
Just be aware that .44 Mag SAAMI spec in a 'Rifle' is for a groove diameter of .431", and NOT .429" like the .44 Mag handgun, or the .430" of the .444 Marlin...
If you plan to shoot cast, you will likely need to run bullets >.431" to get good accuracy...
Just be aware that .44 Mag SAAMI spec in a 'Rifle' is for a groove diameter of .431", and NOT .429" like the .44 Mag handgun, or the .430" of the .444 Marlin...
If you plan to shoot cast, you will likely need to run bullets >.431" to get good accuracy...