Let's get back on topic
Getting back the the OP's original question which was about the 45-70 cartridge not which firearm model may or may not be better than another.
Posts about the virtues of one firearm model and dumping on the perceived flaws of another are nothing but a derail.
The 45-70 is an excellent choice for a brush gun due to its versatility. My one caution would be to be very sure of your distance to target and be very familiar with the trajectory of the load you are shooting.
Most choose to zero their rifles for this cartridge at 100yds or maybe less. Taking a 150 yd vs a 250yd shot (which the 45-70 is quite capable of) has a huge difference in bullet drop associated with it. The difference between a hit or a miss even depending on the size of the game you are using it for.
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