Taylor's & Co. & Company 220012 .45-70 Govt 32" 1-Round Walnut Stock Rifle

The Taylor's & Company 220012 .45-70 Govt rifle represents a modern take on a classic lever-action platform proven across law enforcement, hunting, and tactical applications for over a century. Built for shooters who demand reliable stopping power and mechanical simplicity, this 32-inch barrel configuration delivers the ballistic performance the .45-70 Government cartridge is renowned for—making it suitable for long-range hunting, ranch defense, and specialized tactical roles where modern semi-automatics may not be practical. The walnut stock construction provides both traditional aesthetics and proven durability in field conditions.

The extended 32-inch barrel maximizes muzzle velocity and effective range, critical advantages when shooting the heavy .45-70 rounds at distance—typically delivering 1,500+ foot-pounds of energy downrange depending on ammunition selection. At 14.2 pounds, the rifle maintains reasonable portability despite its longer profile (57 inches overall), a weight distribution that reduces felt recoil and aids in shot placement during sustained fire. The single-round feed mechanism characteristic of Taylor's & Company lever-action designs ensures reliable feeding of the larger .45-70 cartridge, with the walnut furniture providing a solid grip interface and natural point-of-aim for both iron sights and mounted optics.

This rifle best serves hunters pursuing large game, property owners requiring versatile defense capability, and enthusiasts seeking authentic lever-action performance without compromise. The .45-70 Government chambering makes it compatible with both period-correct black powder loads and modern jacketed ammunition, providing flexibility across ammunition sources. The 32-inch barrel and walnut stock configuration is optimized for open sights or top-mounted scope rings, allowing integration with standard hunting or tactical optic platforms without gunsmith modification.