Thanks for everyone's input. I appreciate it. It looks like a close decision between a 20" and the 24". I guess I'll wait and get a 30" rifle when I get an single shot 1885 or maybe an 1876. Now for the really hard decisions. The 20" and 24" cost the same. Do I want a pistol...

I am thinking about getting an 1873 Winchester in 45 LC. Cimarron offers several barrel lengths 30", 24", and 20". What are the pros and cons of these lengths? Does the 30" increase velocity and accuracy over the 24" or 20"? Or while carrying it in the field does the ad...