I have a Siace Alaska in 45-70 that I bought new a couple of months ago. The workmanship is great and this is an upgraded model. The gun points at the target automatically as I throw it up to my shoulder. It just fits me perfectly. It is light for the caliber, 7 lbs +, and that is one of the reasons that I bought it. Recoil is not an issue, and I want to be able to carry a gun as long as I need to. I am trying to re-regulate it with handloads and a heavier bullet yet keeping the pressure conservative. I would definitely recommend a Siace as I think that they are a great value and very well made. Bob N.