Contender G1 in 45-70 Government with 12-inch barrel. A full-bore dangerous-game cartridge in single-shot pistol form. Recoil is significant; the result is genuinely rifle-class terminal performance at pistol range. Type: Pistol Action: Single-Shot Caliber: 45-70 Govt Capacity: 1 Year introduced: 1967, USA Weight: 64 oz Overall length: 16" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Hunting