T/C Contender single-shot pistol in .45-70 Government. While not a muzzleloader, the Contender frame is included here as it was often configured with muzzleloading barrels available from T/C. Type: Pistol Action: Single-Shot Caliber: .45-70 Gov't Capacity: 1 Year introduced: 1967, USA Weight: 54 oz Overall length: 16" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Hunting, Target Shooting, Collecting