Recent content by McDoone

Actually I have never heard of a .532 bolt face conversion in a 74-7600 for any caliber. Wonder if it’s ever been done?

While Browning chambered the BAR for a number of Magnums, and there was at least one rifle done aftermarket in .458 WM, I read the test in Guns and Ammo in the sixties or seventies. I don’t believe Remington ever did a magnum with the .532 bolt face. Might have been a reason, might not. There...

That’s great information! My very first big game experience when I was 17 was a predator control effort. I wound up at 10 feet from a very large black bear, and large even for here. We spotted each other at the same instant and I remember only that I fired more than once with the borrowed...

That’s a great point! And I considered that, it’s obviously the best option. But these rifles, while available are super rare in my area. Sometimes you take what is there. And you can’t find anyone here willing to do barrel work on these guns. Although I admit I can’t say for sure. They sure...

This is just a “what if” question. The 450/400 has a very reliable reputation on dangerous game in Africa. Thats promoted the interest in the 400 Whelen. My question is directed towards improving the Winchester 1895 for this use. The Miroku seems to be amply strong enough for 06 type ammo...