double rifle newbie
AH veteran
double! u already have bolts.
I shoot a 505G and 500NE double . Basically the same effect on game . 500J also likely the same . Norma did load for 505G with their PH range of ammo. The 500 NE is a very good fallback option .So one that that has become very apparent here in Canada is that when looking at the >0.5cal DG cartridges, 500NE is the only one that be found in stock regarding factory ammo.
In the last 3 years that I've been interested in these kinds of firearms, I've never once come across factory 500J or 505 Gibbs ammo.
Assuming I can find a double that is regulated for either Federal, Hornady or.Barnes 500NE, that seems to be the safest route to go.
So I just ordered some 500NE ammo, looks like I'm committed.
Double it is!
Thanks everyone.
You made a great choice...good luck.So I just ordered some 500NE ammo, looks like I'm committed.
Double it is!
Thanks everyone.
@Northern ShooterI'd like to thank the AH community for helping me spend my money on my last three DG rifle choices including a 375H&H, 416 Rigby and 458 WinMag.
I'm looking to add one final thumper to the collection and would like to make it special one. My initial thought is to go with a double rifle as they are more unique than a bolt-action and will make for a great conversation piece and heirloom. If double rifle I'd be going with either .470NE or 500NE. Considering Merkels, Krieghoffs and Heyms.
On the other hand I'm also drawn to a premium bolt-action along the lines of a ParkWest Arms, Mauser or Rigby in a caliber other than the 3 mentioned above. Something in 450 Rigby, 500J or 505Gibbs would be fun.
If you owned bolt actions in the above 3 calibers (CZ's, Winchesters) and wanted a final DG rifle that felt a little more special, which direction would you go with? This decision is not dependent on hunting any specific game, just for the pure enjoyment of owning it. Budget: up to 20K Canadian.
If you can’t have a Whelen, you might as well have a Nitro Express???@Northern Shooter
Nothing screams bigbore than a double in 470 or 500. It is the quintessential rifle if Africa.
Bob
You have chosen wisely my friend!!!So I just ordered some 500NE ammo, looks like I'm committed.
Double it is!
Thanks everyone.
@375Ruger416If you can’t have a Whelen, you might as well have a Nitro Express???
Me too. I also like the idea of a magazine rifle with the ability to zero for different distances and for different loads.