retiredsgt
I'm no stranger to the No.1- I have 2. The first is a 45-70, and you're right- it's as handy as anything. No.1 #2 is a custom job with a heavy octagonal barrel in .300 H&H mag. That's my modernised "Quigley" gun, now that my Sharps is gone. I'm real fond of them both. Almost bought one in .218 Bee myself, only it was too heavy for what I wanted it for- I was hoping for the same balance and heft as the 45-70. Neat cartridge, though.
So, good luck with your rifle, and let us know how the .218 Bee pans out, okay?.