I would also suggest a fixed 4x.My opinion only, given the cartridge, good quality fixed 4 power. Mine has a 3x9 but only because it’s one I had on hand.
Knowing what I know now after a hog hunt in Fla. If I was going to buy a dedicated for rifle scope, I would make it a fixed 4. You either need some magnification or you don’t.
Lots of folks push 520 grain Postells out past a 1,000 yds with a 47-70 with a compressed BP load.I would also suggest a fixed 4x.
I'm not saying 200 yards can't be done with a .45-70, but the hold-over is going to be ridiculous.
I know it can be done, but the trajectory looks like a rainbow at those distances.Lots of folks push 520 grain Postells out past a 1,000 yds with a 47-70 with a compressed BP load.
And with irons.
That's a 1,200 yd vernier, it will do more if needed.
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200 yds with a 300 grainer and smokeless, easy peasy.