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Wow, and that didn't prove to difficult for you to achieve, imagine that!!!

That's fine. Cheers.

Not really.

I would also be open to trades for a Large Caliber Ruger No 1

You can see the specs on the SAKO website.

Bump, anyone interested??

Rifle is still available, PM me if interested.

Hey guys, sorry I haven't replied in a few days. Had some stuff I needed to take care of, and haven't been online. I just answered all the PM'S I have received so far. I'll keep you guys posted on when the rifle is sold.

To anyone interested. I did find the factory box for the Kodiak that I have up for sale. It was up in my attic, right where I thought it was. Gun and box look new, everything that came with the gun is included.

How much are you asking for that Capstick??

Well, I need the cash from this one to put towards the next one. So until someone buys this one, my hands are tied on making any moves. Hopefully this gets snapped up pretty soon. Am I asking a fair price $$$???

Yeah, probably either a 470 Capstick, 500 Jeffery, or a 505 Gibbs. And I REALLY want something with a quarter rib, so that I can run a quick disconnect scout scope. That's what I'm really after. I hope someone here can make a good home for this Kodiak though.

Guys, I have decided to leave this gun un-modified. Reason being, I have decided to sell it, it just is not the right gun for my needs. I have posted it up for sale in the free classifieds section. If you're interested, PM me.

Guys, I have decided to put my Sako Kodiak chambered in 375 H&H up for sale. I like the rifle, but it just is not suited optimally for my needs. I had planned on leaving it open sights, but then decided that I definitely needed a scope on the rifle to suit my intended purpose. Dropping the cash...

Awesome pictures, thanks for all the help guys. The chart was also very helpful, top notch!!!

I am still considering a bolt gun from AHR for sure. But, I am leaning toward a Krieghoff now. They are made in my home state, and let's face it, double guns are awesome!!!

Those are made in my home state, only a 5 hour drive. Man, you've got me wanting to go the extra mile now, order one, and pick it up in person!!!

Are those Krieghoff rifles usually available around that price?? Also, are they a good quality rifle??

I want a bolt gun with some repeatable power, or better yet, a 500 nitro double!!! That's like 16k though, I can get the bolt gun for around 7k.

Why wouldn't you use it?? Cause Norma 458 Lott brass is waaaaay better than quality cartridge?? Also could I get a die to form the brass, or would I fire form it??

Can anyone hook me up with a line on the very best quality brass for this caliber. I can't seem to find it available from my go to company, Norma. Also, I'd appreciate any load data you fellas can send my way.

As far as I'm concerned, it's settled. I'm going with the 470 Capstick. Maximum power and shock that the 375 H&H parent case can deliver, and 5 in the magazine box!!! I can't think of a better do all heavy/dangerous game cartridge. And I can load .475 pistol bullets, and take medium game. I...

@matt85 Good point, I didn't even think about the Capstick. I am going to take a good hard look at it tonight, thanks for the suggestion.

Yeah, it's a definite possibility. He told me he is running about 6 months out right now. So I'll try to make it out there as soon as I have enough for the initial 50% down.

Yeah, I'm hoping he talks me through how to measure for ideal fit. I live FAR away from him, and probably won't be able to make a trip to his place to be measured.

Thanks for the pointers

Part of me is really still considering having him do the rifle in the Jeffery, for the sheer stopping power. And with 600 grn softs and solids at 2150 fps in a 12lb rifle, I really don't think recoil would be much to even notice off hand. What do you guys think, Lott or Jeffery??

Thanks guys!

I like a gun with some heft, it feels very light.

Hey guys, I wanna add some weight to the butt of my Sako Kodiak. I realize this will be a pain to do because the Sako butt pad looks to be a real bear to get off. What is the best way to get the pad off, as well as drill the holes?? I really don't wanna ruin my stock.

Recoil is no problem

Yeah, I plan on having the rifle specced out to come in at 12lbs. I like a heavy rifle, so I'm sure it would be pretty mild recoil. Which will be nice actually, it will make extended range sessions a lot of fun.

Hmmmm, interesting. As I am NOT going to use a break, or even have the rifle set up for the option of one. Wouldn't recoil with a short barrel of say between 20" and 22" be much more snappy, muzzle rise comes to mind, am I wrong??

Yeah, probably nothing. I'd like to go shorter, like 22". But I think I'd regret it in the long run. The rifle would probably be a little faster handling, but it would definitely suffer some performance loss in terms of FPS, at least I'd think so.

@matt85 I think I'll go ahead and go that route. I've always wanted a truly nice custom rifle. It will be a few months till I call him again and put in the order. I actually spoke to him about this last week. I'm gonna go with the quarter rib and either a scout scope from leupold, or his red...

I'd have no problem shooting a half incher accurately. I am just wondering if it's worth it. The 458 is far more versatile for me, no doubt. I'd love to drop the cash on a rifle from AHR. But if a factory CZ would be just as reliable, I'd be tempted to just order one up as a "working mans...

Guys, I own a 458 Lott in a Ruger No. 1, and I love the caliber. I am thinking of adding a bolt action in this caliber to my collection. My question is this. Should I spend big bucks for a fully custom rifle, or would an off the shelf rifle in this caliber give me everything I need?? How good...

Nice......I'll pick some up

Thanks for sharing the experiences guys.....I'm not scoping it....so I'm not worried about that. The shearing off of the action screw makes me nervous though :eek:

I'll post some pics as soon as I get it guys..........the place I bought it from said it could take five days or so to make it to me.

Awesome, glad to hear you fellas seem to like them..............I know Sako's are supposed to be super smooth........and I have handled several of smaller calibers before......I must say the actions were quite smooth. I am hoping it is fast handling and with good point-ability and shoot-ability...

Hey guys, I just purchased a Sako Kodiak in 375 H&H from gun broker............it is new in the box. What are you guys thoughts on these rifles............did I make a solid decision?? Honeybadger

Thank you very much. I'll be sticking with a 600 Grain Woodleigh going 2130 fps........give or take a few fps or course. That will generate around 6050 ft lbs of energy.......which should be plenty for anything on this Earth.

It's gonna take me a bit of time to purchase everything I need......But I'll definitely post up lots of pics when it all comes together!!!!!!! And a few vids of me at the range even maybe!!!!!!!

I'm sure it should feed fine........maybe even better than if you would use standard dies. I always use neck size dies when I can. If I only have one gun, in a certain caliber, and I know that the brass I'll be loading will only ever go into that gun, no other guns I own, and no other guns a...