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I have a set of CH4D dies for my 404 (couldn't find a set here in Canada when they were required). I'm happy with them. If I had my druthers I would prefer Redding. If I recall there was an article I read a few years back comparing die drands. Redding tolerances are a bit tighter than RCBS...

Some really nice rifles listed in this thread. I have two 8x57's, BRNO 21H & CZ 550. Alas I have failed in my duty as a firearms enthusiast to shoot either of them yet. In fact the BRNO still has the auction tag on it from 3yrs ago (I hang my head in shame)!

Hey Earl. Glad you found your ZG (I'll stop looking for you now LOL). I have a carbine version in 7x57, plus a 9.3x62. Your scope choice would work well for where you hunt. I have a 2-7 Nikon on my 7x57 and a Nikon 1.5-4x20 #4 German reticle on the 9.3

404 Jeffery for the more civilized man....slow hand clap.....

I re-barrelled a Winchester M70 375H&H to 404 Jeffery. Was a lot easier to get done than re-boring. Installed a stainless Lilja barrel. Only one or two places do re-boring here in the Peoples Republic of Canada.

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Couple of things. Don't forget it's a hunting rifle not an F-Class rifle so groups of 1-2" are OK if staying within 300yds (my experience with my 375H&H). Are you allowing proper cool down between strings? If the barrel hasn't been "free floated" there may be contact spots in the barrel channel...

I think it's a great calibre. Basically a 460 Weatherby minus about 5%, operates at less pressure, and has less recoil. I have a CZ550 in 450 Rigby. It can shoot 1" groups from the bench (I use a LeadSled with 3x25lb bags of shot for weight). I have fired it off hand at 100yd targets. Being a...

I Hey Bruce Agreed. I should clarify. From what I found over the years of shooting is that if the barrel channel has any pressure points they will possibly come into play when the barrel heats up. Hot barrel expands the wood creating pressure on the barrel. Has happened in several rifles that I...

I have a BRNO 602 in 375H&H. For varmint hunting (groundhogs) and target shooting I used Hornady 220grFP, 66.5gr's of IMR3031 & CCI 250 primers. Groups were 1/2 at 100yds, 2" at 200yds and 4" at 300yds. Muzzle velocity was 2770fps. Hornady 270gr bullets, 68gr's IMR 3031, CCI 250 primers had...

I have a few 270's (BRNO 600, SAKO Hunter, and soon to be a Win M70 Ultimate Shadow Stainless). The first new centrefire rifle I ever bought was a Remington 700 BDL in 270. Really regret having to sell it. Quite accurate but more so for the fact it was my first "big game" rifle. The rifles I...

Nice rifle @TOBY458. Also built mine using a Win M70 375H&H Stainless Classic donor rifle. Not too many stainless 404's around to my knowledge (which is very limited according to...well...lots of people).

Thinking about one myself.

I did a 358 NM build by rebarelling a CZ 550 Medium in 7mm Rem Mag. Wasn't much too it. Shoots really well.

Update. Well I finally got to shoot the ol' girl. After mounting and sighting in a new scope, the last three shots cloverleafed 0.30" at 100yds! Wind was blowing at 40mph on a diagonal from behind me as well. I was impressed! Load was using 285gr PRVI SP's. My CZ 550 9.3x62 will do the same with...

Yes it was originally a 375H&H. I have to dig up the correspondence between the gunsmith and I, but I believe they modified the bolt face, feed ramp, slightly and cut an extra extractor groove. Really didn't have to do much.

Anybody have experience using this bullet on North American big game (deer, bear, moose, elk, etc)? I have the opportunity to get some at a decent price. My rifle is a Win M70 Classic Stainless re-barrelled to 404 Jeffery. Barrel is 25" with 1/14 twist. Posted a thread about it approx 4yrs ago...

Congrats. Welcome to the club. I picked one up, or was told to buy it, about 35yrs ago. If it's the original brown vented pad be prepared to replace it as they become "kibble" after a while. Action will probably be rough and need to be worked. I used to sit in front of the TV watching hockey...

Now that's funny! I'm sure my 400gr bullet going 2100-2200fps will do less damage than a 243, 270, 7mm Mag etc.

Even if they are doing around 2200fps? I have Woodleighs in 350-450gr, just thought I would the Barnes a shot (pardon the play on words).

Anybody have experience using this bullet on North American big game (deer, bear, moose, elk, etc)? I have the opportunity to get some at a decent price. My rifle is a Win M70 Classic Stainless re-barrelled to 404 Jeffery. Barrel is 25" with 1/14 twist. Posted a thread about it approx 4yrs ago...

Cool! Hopefully it went well for you. Seems like I'm one of the few people in the world with a BRNO 602 in 8x68s. Nobody in North America seems to have one besides me.

I use the Hornady 350gr FN (45/70 bullet) for plinking in my 450 Rigby.

Kinda figured that I was waiting too long but affordable 7mm STW brass isn't the easiest to come buy so I was trying to push my luck with the case life.

As per the definition from Gun Digest: Belted Magnum Cases: A Myth Dispelled. Many tend to think the belt on belted magnums is to help the cartridges handle high pressure. In reality, the belt creates proper headspace in a rifle's chamber. ... That beautiful belt has nothing at all to do with...

I have a 7mm STW and after about 4 firings the case either ends up with a headspace separation ring you can feel with your fingernail or just flat out cracks as posted by the OP. I use Remington cases currently. I have yet to have a case indent happen when shooting. I neck size after the first...

Think I would have to go with the 404 J btw @Bullthrower338 who would be the poor schmuck that would have to carry the 950JDJ?

Agreed. 8x57 was in really nice shape though. Can't have them all

Good deal. Just looked up my load data. 63gr's of H414 (max charge), CCI 200 primer, Lapua brass, C.O.L 3.236". 5 shot 0.60" group at 100yds, 5 shot 1.44" group at 200yds (200yd group was 2.5" low with 1.5" high hold at 100yds). Haven't been able to try 300yds yet. This is what worked in my CZ...

I use the Lapua 285gr Mega's in my CZ 550FS. Accuracy is outstanding...5 shot ragged hole at 100yds.

I have several CZ's and yet to have any issues. The BRNO's (ZKK series) needed to be worked as they were rough out of the box. I used to sit in front of the TV watching hockey, working the action for a period or two. Used to drive my mum nuts! Actions smoothed out pretty good after watching a...

You forgot the 7x64, & 8x68S! Sorry just me being me.

All depends on what your definition of "hunting" is, and the capabilities, or physical limitations of the hunter are. It's neat to watch shows that encapsulate the excitement of a DG hunt, or hike in the mountains for Tar, Ibex, or world class ram, but for me I get real emotional when I see a...

@Goose Cracker, Listen to wisdom. You are now one of us....one of us....one of us...there is't no escape! I started with a 375 H&H, then went to 416 Rigby (kept the 375), then went to 450 Rigby (kept the 375 & 416), then went to 404 Jeffery (kept the 375, 416, 450). AND of course the 416 must be...

Easy keep the 375 then re-chamber the 458 to 458 Lott, or get rid of the 458 and get a 404 Jeffery ;)

Thank you. Sorry haven't been on the site for a bit (yes I hang my head in shame). In answer to your questions, I picked it up at Switzer's Auction in Bancroft, ON. They have some pretty neat stuff come across there fairly frequently. Got into a bit of a bidding war with a guy that lives about...

Thanks for the reply. If I was going to hunt "Africa" then yes I agree that a superior quality bullet is needed. I wanted something for Deer, Bear, Moose, etc.

I have a CZ 550 FS in 9.3x62 as well. Shoots 285gr Lapua Mega's almost through the same hole at 100yds.

Witold would be proud of me. Picked up a ZG 47 in 9.3x62. Don't think the bolt is original though. Jeweled bolt & modified bolt shroud with wing type safety. From what I gather from CZ there a very few of these in this calibre.

I would also strongly suggest getting a stuck case remover and a bullet pullet either kinetic or collet style. Even after 35+yrs of reloading I still have a brain fart once in a while. Only one powder on the bench when reloading :E Horrified:

Anybody have any experience using Lapua 285gr MEGA's as a hunting round? They shoot lights out in my CZ 550 FS 9.3x62.

After a case of beer no body will care or complain. Alcohol makes people sound better!

Make sure you have enough eye relief on your scope. At least 4" would suffice. Nice rifle btw. As it shoots heavier bullets you want to make sure you have enough elevation in your scope. A Leupold tech cautioned me about this when I was looking to put a scope on my 9.3x62.

CZ 550 450 Rigby hunting whitetail, no not the little guy in my avatar picture 'cause he's cute. Actually saw him about 2 weeks ago. Nice button buck. Looked real healthy.

STUCK CASE REMOVER!!! Guaranteed at some point you gonna get one stuck My accessories include (bear in mind I've been doing this 35+yrs): Digital Caliper Sanding blocks (same as painters use. Use them to take the burr off the outside of case mouths when needed) Decapping dies Large & Small...

Hello fellow Canuck! If you wanted to got the 404 Jeffery route, Tradex carries Woodleigh bullets in .423. Several retailers across Canada carry Hornady 404J brass. I had my dies made by CH4D. Rifle started out as a Winchester Stainless Classic in 375H&H. Corlanes put a Lilja stainless barrel on...

Beautiful rifle! Now it needs some "character" added to it! I have two 35 Whelen's. A Rem 700 Classic and a Ruger MK1 RS I just picked up. Prefer the Mauser action myself. So any of my Canadian friends whom would like a Rem 700 I has one for sale!