I am hoping it is a HUGE cut above the '06 and .45/70s.

Brother just took possession of his Pedersoli .45/70 Model 86/71 - it is incredibly nicely made - terrific colour case on the action, well finished - MUCH nicer than his Browning model 86 .45/70 or the NEW Winchesters, and the Pedersoli was only $1,700 landed here. The Browning model 86 was a LOT more. Thus, they can do it if they want.