:wink: , D-digger, sounds to me as if you must have gotten one of those defective "hard recoiling" 45-70's I have heard some speak of, I haven't fired one myself but have heard of them. Luckily mine shoots sweet. Being the great humanitarian I am I am offering to take it off your hands, cheaply of course. This is of course to prevent any further pain or injury to your shoulder. And no you don't have to pay or even thank me for this act of kindness, I'll even pay the shipping and give you a couple of bucks for your time. Your friend, MSP Ret....<><.... :-D