Lyman 416 Rigby Die set with Lyman x17 shell holder. Appears new or very little use. Got in a trade, duplicate and don't need.
$50 shipped in a USPS Small Flat rate box.
Thanks for looking.
Retired and moving up in my years, so need to get my hunts in while I still am able physically, both health and skill wise and still while hunts are somewhat affordable. Rather convert hardware to more hunts. Already moved out 2 doubles, my large 500+ cannons and one more double on the block...
Bought mine two years ago, 6 inch model. Have several hundred rounds through her, full power jacketed to plinking hardcast, has performed without a hitch with my proven handloads. More accurate than myself and very consistent. Double action nice, doesn't stack near end of pull and decent...
Have a Z8i 0.75-6 SR and S&B Zenith's rail mounts. While not an Exos, similar specs except mag range. Eye relief is adequate for myself with my 375-416 barrels on my M03. Can't go wrong with either, both served well on trips, construction and clarity wise, low light perf equal, but will say the...
The front stud kit can be bought from Blaser direct (San Antonio) for under $15 bucks delivered. I did just that last year for my Pro Safari Steel stock. Just remove the front forearm access plug (used to attach the forearm to the receiver) and put in the front stud kit if you want to go the...
My experience, this was the only instance I ever had an feeding issue with any of my barrels and handloads- appears all related to cartridge length. With the large soft blunt nose and and short OAL with the 400 SP's, had two strikes against this combo for me, akin to getting an empty cart case...
Just a rambling thought....what's your OAL for this combo, 3.125? If a tad short due ( vs 3.34-3.36") to your crimp ring, suspect it will catch. These look like Speer or Remington 400's and I had similar issues in my R8, solution was to chamber slowly from the mag to give it time to...
Yep, been there. Fed 215M's and you good to go. I save those Russian primers (Tula or Wolf) for 308 and smaller where they work fine for practice ammo.
Yep, COVIG has "Altered" my well planned 2020 schedule, all a wash so looking forward to late 2021, probably 2022, to be realistic, for my postponed trip(s). But gives time for a more relaxed load development with a couple of barrels and practice regiment. Due to the heat out west, doing once a...
So far so good. It is proving pretty easy to develop loads, not really finicky with development so far with the 375 and 458 barrels. I'm coming off my "Go to" M03 Africa platform so many similarities. Like the synthetic stock, fits me well. Affords good grip, minimal muzzle rise with hunt...
Yep, COVIG has "Altered" my well planned 2020 schedule, all a wash so looking forward to late 2021, probably 2022, to be realistic, for my postponed trip(s). But gives time for a more relaxed load development with a couple of barrels and practice regiment. Due to the heat out west, doing...
Most "Quality" optics will serve one well on 375 and up. The weak link, many times, I believe, is related to mounting techniques (installation) and mounts themselves. I run rail mounted S&B Zeniths on my 375 and up...no problems.
Guess it's ok to come out of the closet now...
Current and my FINAL line up after numerous changes through the decades;
375 H&H
375 Weatherby (just ordered an R8 barrel from J. Sip)
450-400 3"
458 Win mag
450 NE 3.25"
470 NE
500 AHR
585 AHR
For my next trip I've decided on my R8 with 2 barrels...
Chapuis are fine doubles and you picked a very versatile caliber (just procured a K-Gun in 450/400). Soft shooting but with a big punch! Enjoy your shake down cruise next outing...Congrats!
Lot's of diff methods above, all great....but I never thought about it until today. Had my R8 458 barrel out for two sessions this week, total of 4o+ rounds of 450 grain TSX's for practice. Visible copper on lands. Remove barrel, use a Hoppes #9 soaked patch run through the barrel, then plug...
Just checked my quote and didn't keep when I bought in 2016. I seem to recall the cost "Started" at $400 and up for a STD wood grade. My stock set was shipped separately from my action as it was an higher grade from Germany, had a choice of wood, which was cool. It definitely was not fitted...
One last suggestion....give Blaser USA a call or email. They have been responsive for my R8 and M03 questions etc. Will give you the direct info in the event one's preferred dealer (EuroOptic had no issues) says it can't be done nor available.
I have a R8 Jaeger and EuroOptic had Blaser pair it with a Safari forearm (matched wood grade of butt) and I had the option to get a STD forearm as well. Simple to remove the forearms and now considering to exercise the option of procuring a semi weight or std forearm for a lighter...
FWIW I use, on occasion a Lee Factory Crimp die for on those unique situations, 458 WM or my NE rounds etc where there's no driving bands/cannelure available in the "right" place for a roll crimp. Adjustable for the tension you want. For the 458 WM under $20 bucks and does a credible job.
A chronograph will be invaluable in your developement and in the long run will take the guess work out of your exhaustive study and will help get you to your desired endpoint. If you already employ one please disregard my 2 cents!
Mauser M03 with my 375 H&H barrel, 24 inch. Handloads with Barnes 300 Grain TSX's over RL15, Fed 215M, R-P new brass, Lee Crimp. Chrono'd at 2475 FPS.
#1 -Cape Buffalo, frontal shot, 35 meters at base of neck, Recovered in stomach. 93% weight retention.(one petal broke off). Buff down after a...
Mauser M03 with my 375 H&H barrel, 24 inch. Handloads with Barnes 300 Grain TSX's over RL15, Fed 215M, R-P new brass, Lee Crimp. Chrono'd at 2475 FPS.
#1 -Cape Buffalo, frontal shot, 35 meters at base of neck, Recovered in stomach. 93% weight retention.(one petal broke off). Buff down after a...
I've kept it simple on my 4 trips and for my M03 Africa 375 H&H; 300 grain Barnes TSX for two buffs, baboons, monkeys, hyena's and plains. One zero, two scopes (one for backup and dusk) and was off to the races. Had a stash of 300 grain Barnes banded solids if needed (loads developed for same...
Mauser M03 with my 375 H&H barrel, 24 inch. Handloads with Barnes 300 Grain TSX's over RL15, Fed 215M, R-P new brass, Lee Crimp. Chrono'd at 2475 FPS.
#1 -Cape Buffalo, frontal shot, 35 meters at base of neck, Recovered in stomach. 93% weight retention.(one petal broke off). Buff down after...
I use a RCBS AmmoMaster with the appropriate bushing reducer (1-1/4-1 inch) for my CH4D 1 " dies. I have two top plates for my AmmoMaster, (1-1/4 and 1-1/2) and procured the appropriate bushing from CH4D direct. I also have an old RCBS Rockchucker which can work without a reduction bushing but...
Mine roll crimp AOK! I've found CH4D dies, on the average, decent (have 4 sets all big bore 1") and they get the job done. Never an issue in reloaded rounds for doubles nor bolt actions. They may not be as well "Finished" ie sharp corners vs RCBS. Hornady etc but like'em. Give them a good...
I use a RCBS AmmoMaster with the appropriate bushing reducer (1-1/4-1 inch) for my CH4D 1 " dies. I have two top plates for my AmmoMaster, (1-1/4 and 1-1/2) and procured the appropriate bushing from CH4D direct. I also have an old RCBS Rockchucker which can work without a reduction bushing but...
Thanks guys. There's some decent deals now out there on new or like new one owner rifles, various manufacturers. Yep, simple tilt up of the muzzle after firing and the empties fall clear. I hear West African Buff calling.
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