I like lever guns! They are perfect for left-handers. And that one is a beauty!!
Had to Marlins - 44 mag and 30-30, but sold them when I basically quit competition shooting and picked up hunting.
We have silly limits on bullet energy and they are not allowed on big game here (anything bigger than roe).
If I can put some money aside, I will go for a bigger one. I did not so far, because I heared of quality issues with the newer ones...
Probably stupid question: will you use it with black powder?