Both my 22 Hornet and 45/70 are equal favourites. The Hornet handles anything from squirrel to Turkey, and the 45/70 has 22 Deer to it's credit and still going strong. Also have a H&R 12 guage, with the barrel cut back to 18", barrel band/sling swivels and recoil pad that wanders from my bedroom to my truck, depending.