Rigby Big Game PH 416 Rigby

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Got my hands on my new Big Game PH in 416 Rigby this week, really cool piece of wood on this rifle for a PH model.
I've tired quite a few different scopes on the Big Game rifles over the years, this time I went with a Leupold VX-5 HD 1-5 and I must say it is my new favourite optic for the Big Game rifles.

I've got a couple of hunts lined up next year, I will most likely take this rifle with me for buffalo in late April, another early season buffalo hunt so the big calibre with the low power scope will be a good choice and take my other Big Game PH in 375H&H later in the year for eland.

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Worked up a load with 410 grain Woodleigh softs and 2209 powder, based on the Woodleigh reloading data I only used a moderate powder charge (3 grains below published max load) and I am still getting over 2400fps which I was a bit surprised to see. I was considering dialling it back a little but it's shooting so great I think I will leave things exactly as they are. Below is the first 3 shot group at 100 yards after getting it zeroed.
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Magnificent rifle.
I personally would have opted for a darker colored walnut stock. But that’s just a matter of personal preference.
 
That load grouping is a winner.

Don’t touch your loading equipment, look at it funny, or even breathe on it hard. You’re done.

All that’s left to do it take that bad boy out hunting.
 
Very nice....love the wild wood....makes a change from the other "normal" :E Big Grin: Wood you get on them
 
Beautiful rifle! And as you've already indicated - don't mess with that load! 410gr at over 2400fps will take anything on this planet.
I've sworn that I won't be buying any more guns - but a couple of Rigby's in 275 and 416 are still on the bucket list.
 
Aussie_Hunter said:
Got my hands on my new Big Game PH in 416 Rigby this week, really cool piece of wood on this rifle for a PH model.
I've tired quite a few different scopes on the Big Game rifles over the years, this time I went with a Leupold VX-5 HD 1-5 and I must say it is my new favourite optic for the Big Game rifles.

I've got a couple of hunts lined up next year, I will most likely take this rifle with me for buffalo in late April, another early season buffalo hunt so the big calibre with the low power scope will be a good choice and take my other Big Game PH in 375H&H later in the year for eland.

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Worked up a load with 410 grain Woodleigh softs and 2209 powder, based on the Woodleigh reloading data I only used a moderate powder charge (3 grains below published max load) and I am still getting over 2400fps which I was a bit surprised to see. I was considering dialling it back a little but it's shooting so great I think I will leave things exactly as they are. Below is the first 3 shot group at 100 yards after getting it zeroed.
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I love it.
 
Well if that is all the better Rigby can do, you may as well sell it to me and get something that really shoots well and looks well.....

Well done!
 
A stunning rifle that shoots! Great buy!
 
Aussie_Hunter said:
Got my hands on my new Big Game PH in 416 Rigby this week, really cool piece of wood on this rifle for a PH model.
I've tired quite a few different scopes on the Big Game rifles over the years, this time I went with a Leupold VX-5 HD 1-5 and I must say it is my new favourite optic for the Big Game rifles.

I've got a couple of hunts lined up next year, I will most likely take this rifle with me for buffalo in late April, another early season buffalo hunt so the big calibre with the low power scope will be a good choice and take my other Big Game PH in 375H&H later in the year for eland.

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Worked up a load with 410 grain Woodleigh softs and 2209 powder, based on the Woodleigh reloading data I only used a moderate powder charge (3 grains below published max load) and I am still getting over 2400fps which I was a bit surprised to see. I was considering dialling it back a little but it's shooting so great I think I will leave things exactly as they are. Below is the first 3 shot group at 100 yards after getting it zeroed.
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Love that rifle and I think the stock is a nice change from the routine ones, though I love em all. Isnt the scope a little high? It looks like you could use lower rings or something to bring it down. Just an observation, great set up and beautiful rifle!
 
Aussie_Hunter said:
Got my hands on my new Big Game PH in 416 Rigby this week, really cool piece of wood on this rifle for a PH model.
I've tired quite a few different scopes on the Big Game rifles over the years, this time I went with a Leupold VX-5 HD 1-5 and I must say it is my new favourite optic for the Big Game rifles.

I've got a couple of hunts lined up next year, I will most likely take this rifle with me for buffalo in late April, another early season buffalo hunt so the big calibre with the low power scope will be a good choice and take my other Big Game PH in 375H&H later in the year for eland.

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Worked up a load with 410 grain Woodleigh softs and 2209 powder, based on the Woodleigh reloading data I only used a moderate powder charge (3 grains below published max load) and I am still getting over 2400fps which I was a bit surprised to see. I was considering dialling it back a little but it's shooting so great I think I will leave things exactly as they are. Below is the first 3 shot group at 100 yards after getting it zeroed.
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Well done. The buff will be in deep sh*t! ;-)
 
What are you planning for your first hunt with her.
 
Aussie_Hunter said:
Got my hands on my new Big Game PH in 416 Rigby this week, really cool piece of wood on this rifle for a PH model.
I've tired quite a few different scopes on the Big Game rifles over the years, this time I went with a Leupold VX-5 HD 1-5 and I must say it is my new favourite optic for the Big Game rifles.

I've got a couple of hunts lined up next year, I will most likely take this rifle with me for buffalo in late April, another early season buffalo hunt so the big calibre with the low power scope will be a good choice and take my other Big Game PH in 375H&H later in the year for eland.

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Worked up a load with 410 grain Woodleigh softs and 2209 powder, based on the Woodleigh reloading data I only used a moderate powder charge (3 grains below published max load) and I am still getting over 2400fps which I was a bit surprised to see. I was considering dialling it back a little but it's shooting so great I think I will leave things exactly as they are. Below is the first 3 shot group at 100 yards after getting it zeroed.
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There is no way that is the Rigby. quoted #2 grade stock for their ph model!!! The wood is incredible!!!
 
Aussie_Hunter said:
Got my hands on my new Big Game PH in 416 Rigby this week, really cool piece of wood on this rifle for a PH model.
I've tired quite a few different scopes on the Big Game rifles over the years, this time I went with a Leupold VX-5 HD 1-5 and I must say it is my new favourite optic for the Big Game rifles.

I've got a couple of hunts lined up next year, I will most likely take this rifle with me for buffalo in late April, another early season buffalo hunt so the big calibre with the low power scope will be a good choice and take my other Big Game PH in 375H&H later in the year for eland.

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Worked up a load with 410 grain Woodleigh softs and 2209 powder, based on the Woodleigh reloading data I only used a moderate powder charge (3 grains below published max load) and I am still getting over 2400fps which I was a bit surprised to see. I was considering dialling it back a little but it's shooting so great I think I will leave things exactly as they are. Below is the first 3 shot group at 100 yards after getting it zeroed.
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Beautiful rifle - congratulations!

I look forward to hearing the report from your first outing with it and hope you will consider writing up a story for me to publish as part of the Rigby Community in the Field.
 
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