As many of you have done, I've read up on the history of the 416 Rigby Cartridge and the trials and tribulations that it underwent over the last century.
1. Released in 1911, although it was a popular choice of early PH's there were less than 200 rifles produced in this cartridge from 1911 up...
Just curious if any Countries or outfits mandate a minimum caliber for any of the plains game species, especially the larger ones ie Kudu, Eland, Zebra, Giraffe etc?
Ive read that most reccomend "your deer rifle cartridge" from back home (7mm, 308 etc) but wasn't sure if any areas or any...
Full disclosure, I've never hunted Africa and still haven't ruled out a plains game hunt for my first Safari.
When it comes to DG, both Hippo on land and Cape Buffalo have the greatest appeal.
Knowing very little about either, how do these experiences compare? Are they in the same cost...
I'm curious to hear from those that have a safari or two under their belts, how would you rank the overall experiences of hunting specific plains game, specific dangerous game?
If money was no object, what would be your top choices for hunting plains game when considering the overall...
I know that Sako had been producing Sako branded 416 Rigby, 450 Rigby and 500 Jeffery ammo.
Were these discontinued when the Sako 85 was discontinued?
I've been on the hunt for quality partitions for my 416 Rigby and the Sako ammo is the only option that I've seen loaded with Swift A Frames.
I plan on hunting both bear and moose this fall with my new 416 Rigby.
Which expanding bullets would be ideal for thin skinned game?
So far the limited ammo selection I've been seeing is mostly solids however I have picked up both Hornady's DGX and Barnes VOR-TX bullets.
Will these do the...
Recently picked up a 416 Rigby and am looking to try out a variety of loads through the rifle.
So far all I'm seeing is the standard 400 grain load, I picked a few boxes up from Barnes and Hornady.
Just curious if other weights are available from the factory other than 400? 350? 300?
Both my...
Looking for the Sako 85 specifically in 416 Rigby. I see these pop up from time to time but recently they seem like unicorns.
Located in Canada, I have an importer that I will be using if the rifle is based in the US.
If you had the choice today, which would you go with?
I'm looking at both a new Ruger Hawkeye African in 416 Ruger and a used CZ550 in 416 Rigby.
Other than the different cartridges, the CZ is second hand, comes with two stocks (wood and synthetic) and a Luepold VX6 scope. It's a non AHR...
Ive been scrolling through the new release videos hoping something would catch my eye.
Any dangerous game rifles? Big bores? New ammo?
Haven't seen anything yet.
375's - Whether it's H&H or Ruger. I was assuming the most affordable choice here would be the Ruger M77 Hawkeyes (Guide Gun/African/Alaskan) at $1,659 but it looks like the Winchester Model 70 Alaskan in 375H&H is slightly cheaper at $1,629. Any other cheaper options?
416's - Whether it be...
Curious how many of you have used your dangerous game cartridges on big game at home, outside of Africa? Whether you live in the America's, Europe, Australia etc., what local game have you taken with your dangerous game rifles and cartridge's? How did it go? Which dangerous game cartridge would...
I feel like I've completed the dangerous game rifle starter pack with the above 3 noted rifles.
Where does one go from here if you're looking to step up into a new bolt action rifle and willing to pay more than the above for improved quality and workmanship?
For those of you that own the...
As someone living in Eastern Canada, I feel like my hunting experiences here are much different than those in Western Canada or in the Northern Territories.
Here in Ontario we primarily hunt White Tail, Black Bear and Moose.
White tail - Generally hunted on private property in an...
With the assumption that you will be exclusively relying on factory ammo, what caliber choice would you go with today for a double rifle?
I know many people reccomend 450/400 as a sweet spot for a double rifle due to the lack of recoil, however here in Canada factory ammo seems impossible to...
Especially rifles that come availible in 416 Rigby with the traditional African rifle aesthetics. What would be the next best thing one price category below those two but above the likes of CZ, Winchester, Ruger etc?
ParkWest Arms? Kimber? Montana Rifle?
Who else is still producing premium...
I've always wondered why the .375 cal minimum requirement applied to Cape Buffalo in the same way it does to the larger dangerous game ie Hippo, Rhino and Elephant.
Now, I have never hunted Africa and have no direct experience with these game species. I know that Cape Buffalo are known for...
I just ordered this scope for my 338 WinMag rifle that I'm intending to take out elk hunting. I wanted something in the mid-range for magnification that could comfortably reach out to 600m but also have a low enough bottom end for closer shots.
Anyone own this scope? what do you think of it...
Those are my 3 big boy cartridges, if you owned the same trio, what would be the next thumper you would be considering?
One of the low .40s? a .475? 500+?
Time for a double rifle?
Help guide me on my next acquisition,
Like my previous post regarding 458 WinMag ammo, I am now looking to put together a list of all currently available factory options for 338 WinMag.
I've been doing some reading on the history of the cartridge and see that once upon a time Winchester offered 300grain cartridges, and even 270...
I was finally able to pick up a rifle I've been trying to find now for several years, A Ruger Guide Gun.
While I was initially on the hunt for one in 416 Ruger, I ended up going with a 338 WinMag model, a more "sensible" option
The Ruger Guide Gun comes standard with a 20 inch barrel. It looks...
I've seen some discussion on here back and forth regarding the merits of these cartridges but also some of the cons ie finding/forming brass, overall cost, felt recoil, feeding issues (Jeffery) etc.
For those of you that made the jump up from the 458s but wanted to stick with a bolt action...
What's the next on your list and does it fill in any "gaps" in your collection?
I'm personally leaning toward a 338WM for a moderate thumper that is effective at reaching out beyond the limits of my .308.
This could be anywhere in North American, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia etc.
What are some memorable guided hunts that every hunted should add to their wish list?
I made an earlier post about premium bolt action rifles and these 3 seemed to be the most popular choices. I'd like to pick up a a real special feeling rifle that feels a cut or two above my Model 70.
For those of you that have owned one or several of these models, what are your impressions...
What are the best choices of factory ammo for 458 Win Mag for taking bear and moose sized game?
I'm considering using Federals 400 grain Trophy Bonded Bear Claw. Any others?
Thoughts?
I've always been interested in these early mammals that used to walk our continent. I've been reading Steven Rinellas book "American Buffalo" which eludes to many of these bygone mammals that dwarf their modern day descendants.
Hypothetically, if these large mammals were around today, which...
What are some of the more premium CRF rifles that are priced above your standard Model 70's, Ruger Hawkeye's, Sako's etc but don't cost 6 figures like some of the bespoke British rifles?
I'm thinking more along the lines of the Dakota 76, Heym Express etc.
I'm looking to treat myself with...
Just curious what you each think is the ideal or preferred rifle weight for the following cartridges as I often read manufacturer specs and think "that sounds light for caliber".
1. 338 Win Mag
2. 375 H&H
3. 416 Rigby / Rem Mag
4. 458 Win Mag
5. 458 Lott
6. 470 NE
7 500 NE
8. 500 Jeffery
9...
As a north American hunter that's never tried African game meat, what's it like?
What tastes the best? the worst?
Are they comparable at all to any North American game meat.
I'm a huge fan of bison meat, how does cape Buffalo compare?
I'm on the hunt to add a 338WM rifle to the collection but have now been repeatedly told by others how much these 338WM seems to kick, more-so than many medium and big bore alternatives.
I own and can comfortably shoot my 375H&H (9.3lb rifle) but have been told the recoil on the 338 is much...
Do you have a preference for one way or the other?
375H&H or 375 Ruger?
416 Rigby vs R16 Ruger?
458 Lott vs 458 WinMag?
505 Gibbs vs 500 Jeffery?
Do you prefer the lower pressures and raw horsepower of the magnum length cartridges? or the utility and lower cost of standard length...
Much like with African countries having the 9.3 or 375 as the legal minimum caliber for dangerous game, I'm curious what similar restrictions you have in your home country?
I'm interested to see how it differs across North America, Europe, Australia etc.
Here in Ontario, Canada, the only...
I've lately been drawn to the 338WM as a more long range option for taking elk-sized game. I already own a 375H&H, is the 338WM unique enough to own as well?
it looks like the 375 produces about 10% more muzzle energy and while a flat shooter, is outperformed by the 338s higher BCs the further...
I don't mean a first time new shooter but someone who hasn't already been exposed to the following.
1. 375s?
2. Lower 40s (416/423)?
3. 458s?
4. 50s and above?
For someone who doesn't own or have had experience with any of the above, which would you reccomend from each category to that...
Continuing my series of questions surrounding what cartridges everyone should consider, where do you draw the magical line between what's reasonable for "Hunter cartridges" and "PH Cartridges"?
I've seen many here that seem to agree that the .458's are the upper limits of what a hunter should...
Aside from "yes you should own one of everything...." is there much functional benefit to adding a .416 caliber to the collection if I currently have a .375H&H and .458 WM? I can shoot heavy for caliber 350 grain out of the 375 and light for caliber 400 grain out of the 458.
Does the .416...
What's the general consensus on the latest Browning BAR rifles? I'm considering one in 338 WinMag. I've read that the larger chamberings like 338 WM had issues years ago but what about recent production?
Side note, I wish they offered big bore cartridge options for the BAR but 338 will have to do.
I'm compiling a list of all the currently available factory loads for .458 Win Mag to compare ballistics and cost before stocking up for my new rifle. Are there any others available that I don't have included below? Are there any factory loads available in less than 400 grains or is that...
I'm starting to compile a list of all the essential books on the topic of African Hunting and am planning to read them in chronological order this summer.
1. 1907 - John Patterson - The Man Eaters of Tsavo
2. 1910 - Teddy Roosevelt - African Game Trails.
3. 1923 - W.D.M. Bell - The Wanderings...
Looking at the latest Safari Express rifles on the Winchester website, the rifle weighs exactly 9lbs 0 oz for all 3 options (375H&H, 416 RemMag and 458 WinMag.
I've heard Kevin Robertson state that a 375H&H rifle should weigh 10lbs due to recoil so I imagine even heavier rifles would be...
What are those quintessential firearms and cartridges that belong in everyone's collection? They don't all need to necessarily pertain to African/dangerous game hunting but those will be included as well.
CRF Bolt Actions for the big stuff:
1. CZ 550
2. Winchester Model 70
3. Ruger M77.
Three...
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