The IFG 1886 Sporting is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45-70 Government with a 26-inch octagonal barrel and walnut stock. At 9.81 lbs and 44-7/8 inches overall, it's a full-sized rifle built on the 1886 Winchester pattern. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Caliber: .45-70 Gov 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Weight: 9.81 lbs 
• Overall Length: 44-7/8 inches 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Stock Material: Walnut 
• Receiver Material: Steel 
• Barrel Type: Octagonal 
• Twist Rate: 1:18" 
• Sights: Buckhorn Rear 
• Orientation: Right-hand 
   

Detailed Features 

The octagonal barrel is the period-correct form for the 1886 pattern and contributes to the rifle's balance. Buckhorn rear sight gives a wide, easy-to-pick-up sight picture for quick acquisition. Steel construction throughout keeps the action durable under the pressure of the .45-70 cartridge. The walnut stock has a traditional feel and gives the rifle a clean, classic look. 
 
At 9.81 lbs, this rifle is on the heavier end for a lever gun. The weight helps absorb .45-70 recoil, though it is noticeable on extended carries.

Owners of the IFG 1886 in .45-70 generally like the look and the connection to the original Winchester 1886 design. The octagonal barrel and walnut stock draw consistent praise for their appearance, and the .45-70 cartridge earns appreciation for its power on large game and its historical significance.

The lever action is described as smooth and reliable in most accounts, with solid performance at the range and in the field. The main trade-off people note is weight -- at 9.81 lbs, it gets tiring to carry for long periods. A few users also mention that .45-70 recoil at full-power loads is real, though manageable.

Overall the sentiment leans positive among people who want a traditional big-bore lever gun with historical roots.