Yeah - the 86's were great rifles.
Bro has one of the Browning 86's, as well as a Pedersoli 86/71, both in .45/70. The Ped has a pistol grip, beautiful stock and handles really well, quick to swing and attain a good sight picture - NICE hunting rifle. The Browning is not as smooth in the action and with it's full length octagonal barrel, is overweight.
My 76 is overweight as well - 11.4 pounds when loaded, 10.4 pounds when empty.
The Pedersoli handles beautifully in comparison.