For me, the charm of lever guns is that they are the ultimate utilitarian rifle. Notwithstanding some of the beautiful examples above, for the most part the lever gun is one you throw in the trunk of your car or behind the seat of your truck, have with you at all times, and pretty much never pamper or baby. It's there when you need it, never complains or is picky about ammo, and you never expect more of it than it can deliver (ie few, if any of us, demand 1 MOA accuracy from any lever gun).
It's just what you need, when you need it.
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