They are often described as mountain rifles, but to me they would seem to be of most use for hochsitz/high seat/tree stand hunting. The short barrel would be useful when climbing in and out (funny, I've never seen one with those pulleys that you see on the US videos for pulling your bow/rifle up after you) and the wood under the barrel would protect it and make less noise if you accidentally bang the barrel against the stand. For that matter, they would be good in leopard blinds too....
Seems logical to me! Any thoughts?