Rich said;

"If I limit myself to modern practical carbines in center fire pistol
calibers (thereby eliminating my cowboy lever guns, bolt action military
carbines, SKS's,AK's, Mini-14, .22LR carbines, etc.)"


I actually am considering the very smart mindset of "1 caliber, dual
purpose" as an excellent idea. So I don't want to limit this to just modern
calibers -- I believe the .45LC is an excellent dual purpose round so let's
hear about cowboy calibers also. And if you would please -- can you give us
a review of your kel-tec .40 cal carbine? I only recently found out the
joys of .40 (1911 bigot, with most of the Colt calibers, including the uber
10MM) but a Sig 239 in .40 sure changed my opinion QUICKLY. I have heard
more bad than good Kel-tec, so help change my mind.

Cliff