Frank, first, I've got to agree with you about the '06 being one of the best to come down the pike, and if I had to limit what I have, it would be included. It would probably boil down to the '06, the .45-70 and the shortie Maxi. I think they'd have all bases covered.
Why the shortie? I just jump in the truck, toss it on the seat next to me and go. Plenty of room for both of us.
If I've got to shoot out of the truck, the short barrel clears the steering wheel, dash, visors, mirror, etc. easily.....It's just Handi
Being shortened and reamed to Maxi hasn't hurt accuracy with any ammo.
Pete