CZ, sorry, got off track with ref to DG. My same buddy has a Ruger No 1 in 300 H&H; classic combination. I would take that rifle for plains game.
Falling block actions are just cool. They can be more than accurate for hunting and almost as fast with a follow up shot if you practice. I think we all have different experiences and desires for what we want to hunt different game with; Left hand vs right hand, affordability, caliber availability, classic vs high tech, etc. Choice is a wonderful thing.