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  1. norfolk shooter

    Click BANG!!!

    Went to the range today to shoot my 505. Anyway had a few too many click bangs than one would want. Cases are brand new, powder is N165 135 grns of and I'm using cci mag primers. Bullet is a 525 grn. The powder charge practically fills the case so I'm ruling out a flash over. Other than that I'm...
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    Trophyboars

    Has anyone got any experience with www.trophyboars.com??? Im considering an Ibex with them but want to see if anyone has used them before?? Many thanks as always
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    CZ 550 Stock

    OK Chaps!! Im strongly considering a CZ550 in 458 Lott. The rifle is in a kevlar stock but the dealer also has a few wood stocked 550s. I guess the in-letting etc should be the same so swapping stocks shouldn't be too much hassle. Pls cast a vote and if wont mind pros and cons Thanks as always...
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    Im confused by this one!!!

    I have found this on GI https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/rifles/custom-rifles/-quot-remington-30-express-custom-500-schuler-jeffery-r22409-quot-.cfm?gun_id=101990242 By the looks of it its an old Jeffery barrel on a rem 30 action. I never knew they did this and I never...
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    416 Rigby with a 450grn bullet

    Gents as the title would suggest how many of you have hunted with he the above combo?? Im wondering what the terminal effects are like on a buff primarily. Part of me is thinking would an extra 50 grns make that much difference?? Thanks as always NS
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    Lets stir a pot of hot steamy stuff

    Hi folks, This might stir up some crap but I saw it on that youtubes the other day. There are some points that make a little sense but my argument is if you can use a bigger rifle better with practice why not??
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    Wanted 500 Jeffery Dies

    Hello fellow hunters and gun nuts! I was just wondering if someone has a set of 500 jeff dies they can part with? I know im in the UK but you guys can send dies to me just not bullets and brass. Im rather hoping that @colorado might have something being a big advocate of the round. Thanks as...
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    Help needed

    I have reached the next step in my big bore quest. Im looking at moving up from a 416 Rigby to a bigger rifle. The rifle in question will be a custom built beast for a big birthday I have coming up. The cals im thinking are 458 Lott and 500 Jeffery. Brass and dies are a one off purchase that...
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    W.W Greener 577 2 3/4" NE

    Hello chaps!! This is one for all you Greener nerds out there. Were many made? Is it rare seeing as it has always been an NE and converted from a BPE? Its regulated with a 650grn pill but I think that should be ok for Buff. Anyway we will leave it there for now. Thanks in advance
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    Blaser stock choice

    I'm considering getting a blaser but cant make my mind up on what stock to get?? I have decided on a synthetic stock for easy of maintenance and I wouldn't mind if it got knocked about a bit. Now the problem lays in do I get a regular stock or the thumb hole type? I will be using it mainly for...
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    Saber tooth swamp deer

    Look at the teeth on him
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    Waterfowling dogs

    I wasnt too sure where to put this but I though the equipment section was the most relevant. Anyway I find myself in a position where I can do with the help of a good fowling dog. Where I go waterfowling is a place called The Wash in the UK. Its a mecca of waterfowl with a huge tidal range to...
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    In the Blood - Well Worth A Sit Down With A Large Drink

    Guy I had to share this with you all. An oldie but a goodie Enjoy :D Cheers:
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    Dead Mule recoil reducer

    Hi folks just wondered if anybody has used the above recoil reducer? I would go for an Edwards but im not too sure if I can get them in the UK. Its to go in my 416 double any suggestions or tips are always welcome. Many thanks in advance
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    New hobby

    So this summer due to the lock down I was unable to get very far. Being a restless soul I though its time to make a better use of my engineering skills. So I set about some knife making. With this in mind I got some advice from our very own knife making guru @Von Gruff. I ordered some materials...
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    Hornady ELD-X

    Hello all!! Has anybody got any experience with the stated bullet? Im thinking about reloading it with my 7x64 and just want to get some feelers out there on performance on game. I would be looking at using it on deer in the UK and PG in Africa. I know its an interlocked bullet rather than a...
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    Mr Taylors KO values

    Alright chaps, I have been wondering just how relevant the KO values are today given the bullets we use are better than back when Taylor came up with his formula? Also would a round with a KO value of 48 be a good DG round if the shooter has confidence and ca shoot it rather well? Many thanks...
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    Impact energy VS Penetration

    Guys there is no sexual connotation to my question. But after handling some of the VC doubles it got me thinking about 500 or even a 577NE. However I have seen in my research that the 416 Rigby (currant double rifle (for those that say you should have a rimed case go screw yourself)) will out...
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    British hunters need your support

    Ladies and Gentlemen, I urge you to send a simple email to huntingtrophyconsultation@defra.gov.uk with Supporting option 4 in the subject title. Thats all. If you want to back it up feel free to do so. The options are as follows; A ban on the import and export of hunting trophies from...
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    This is worth watching

    Its an old timer British hunter going out after what might be his last ever Cape Buffalo. However he is joined by a vegan!!!!
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    Calibre for cougar hunting

    I wasn't too sure where to post this but this seems as good a place as any. Some of you may know that I shall be attending the DSC in January. Whilst there I shall be on the hunt for a nice Texan cougar (of the human kind). To this end and having never been to the USA on vacation anyway will...
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    Swift Dip or any others

    Hello fellow hunters, Just enquiring to see if anybody has had experience with swift dip?? I'm considering using them after my hunt in May. Also are there any other firms that can do a nice job of the dip and pack process? Many thanks Manish (norfolk shooter)
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    Neck sizing for double rifle

    Hello chaps, Just wondered would I get away with neck sizing for a double rifle? The calibre is 416 Rigby and before I get people saying that its not a double rifle cartridge it is for me. Thanks a million Norfolk
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    Rowland Ward Certificate

    Hello chaps. Just wondered what the digital copies are like? I only ask as Im in the UK and have an entry and thought that would be a quicker than waiting around. Mind you the thought of one them fancy plaques is appealing.
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    More than two shots.......

    I was just wondering how often in a charge situation do you need more than 2 shots?? Or have the time to get off more than two? Be honest guys Id love to know.
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    Its a good one!

    Im not too sure if you have had this over on your side of the pond but its well worth a view. It also stars our very own @Philip Glass https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b09q4ggq/storyville-trophy-the-big-game-hunting-controversy
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    Crossing (but not much)

    Hello all I think I may have hit gold with a load for my double. It is crossing over by about half an inch at 25 yrds I'm just wondering if i was to move back to 50 yards would that be corrected?? I'm going to load up some ammo 1 grain +- of the 87.5 of rs70 that got me good results. Many thanks...
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    Vortex Venom

    Hello fellow hunters, Just wondered if anybody has one of the above on a 400 calibre rifle?? If so how does it hold up? Im thinking about one in 3 moa but just want to get some opinions on it. Many thanks
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    416 Rigby powder recomendations

    Hello Gents, Just wondering if you chaps have a preference of powder for the 416 rigby? I have seen in the shooting the british double rifle that imr 4350 has less felt recoil when used in 416 rigby. Needless to say I'm leaning toward that so I could concentrate on placing the shot where it...
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    The double has landed

    Gentleman allow me present my double rifle. She is a Sabatti 416 rigby extractor regulated with 400grn hornady DG ammo. I’ve not had a chance to shoot her yet but should in a few weeks. Don’t worry I shall be posting targets shot. But for now hear are a few photos.
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    Bullets for doubles

    Gents! Is it safe to use banded bullets such as the barnes in a modern double? Also can you go 10 grns heavier than the regulated bullet? I guess you can if you can push that bullet fast enough. Thanks chaps
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    Double round holder

    Hello Gents! I remember seeing something about a double ammo holder on the forum at some point but can find it now!! What I'm after is something like this But for a rifle. I'm rather handy so shout be able to make something. Has any body done this before? Thanks as ever
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    Woodleigh weldcore

    Right Im thinking about getting some woodies for the 416 rigby. But how much truth is there about the impact velocity recommendations?? Also how well do they perform? They must be rather good otherwise Norma wouldn't use them.
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    How it should be done

    Seen this and thought that was nice and close! How I like it.
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    Loading for a double

    Right lets say a double is regulated to shoot a 480 grn bullet can you load develop a round to shoot a 500 grn or even a 450?? I've read that you can control the speed of the projectile to get the convergence right. If this is so I might consider a 450 NE 3 1/4!! I did post this on the double...
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    Different weight bullets?

    Right lets say a double is regulated to shoot a 480 grn bullet can you load develop a round to shoot a 500 grn or even a 450?? I've read that you can control the speed of the projectile to get the convergence right. If this is so I might consider a 450 NE 3 1/4!! Many thanks as ever
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    For Sale 375 H&H A Francotte BA Rifle

    Well chaps I've done it. I shall be selling my 375!! The link to the add is bellow https://www.gunstar.co.uk/a-francotte-best-bolt-action-375-rifles/rifles/938243?utm_source=emailWebsite&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ad_confirmation&utm_term=view_it_now&email_stats_id=5345846 I have also taken...
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    Best thing for water proofing Courtney boots

    Hi guys Im going to go mountain walking next week and want to take my courtneys. This is going to be in not so sunny Scotland so I need to water proof them. Also does anyone use them in extreme cold conditions?? Many thanks chaps Norfolk shooter OUT!!! (for now)
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    Is this the same trophy Hartebeest?

    Hi fellas I was just looking at getting some opinions. I've been sent the photos of my trophies from the taxidermist in SA and I'm a bit concerned about one of them. Is this the same animal As this chap Whats drawn my attention is the lack off ridges around the base on the finished skull...
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    The best of both worlds!!

    I was having a little poke around and came across this http://auctions.holtsauctioneers.com/asp/fullCatalogue.asp?salelot=A0617+++1199+&refno=++113667&saletype= If I had the cash I would in a heartbeat
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    Road collision

    Guys I was out this afternoon with a friend for a drive in my 1975 Land Rover when I took a hit from the back. The other car (an Audi) got proper ducked up That's the damage to my landy And that's the Audi
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    Moving up!!

    Right chaps I'm thinking about moving up from my 375 H&H. I'm considering a 416 Rigby what would the rest of you do?? I do need to consider recoil as I'm only 5 ft 2 tall and come in at 65KG so yes I'm small but when I take the 375 out I can get 50-60 rounds accurately down the range before I...
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    7x64/284 rem for long distance work

    Anyone use the mentioned calibre for long distance work. From what I can see it's much the same as the 284 rem. I might be wrong it's might be the 280 rem
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    AH Get Together at British Shooting Show 2017

    Hello all, Just to let you know I shall be at the British Shooting show on the 10th and 11th Feb. If you fancy meeting up for a beer and a chat let me know. Manish aka Norfolk Shooter
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    500/416 NE

    Hows it all going Gents!? Just wondered on folks opinion on the mentioned calibre? I feel it could be a nice move up from the 375 H&H.
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    260 Ackley Improved

    Hello all, I have the above calibre inbound as a semi custom build. The intentions for it are a UK deer rifle as well as a plains game rifle in Africa. I would be loading it with 140 grn bullets and was wondering how effective it will be on the stuff out in Africa?? Last May I took my 375 H&H...
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    6.5x55 for mid Asian ibex?

    Gents the question has been bothering me for some time. Would it be man enough to take one down at the sort of distance shots are taken out there?? Many thanks
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    Shaving off my moustache for testicular cancer

    Right guys I have started a just giving page to raise some money for a testicular and prostate cancer charity. For those of you who don't know me I have had my moustache for so long its how I'm know and I think I'm going to miss it somewhat once its gone. So dig deep and click on...
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    Heym vs Kriegsoff Double Rifles

    I have been lucky to find a Heym double for the same price as a new Krieghoff in the UK. The Heym is second hand unused and comes with a scope (I would change the scope anyhow). I was just wondering which of the two would be better in terms of build?? The cal is 375 H&H. Before anybody says it I...
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    375 H&H 300grn woodliegh solid

    Hi all, Just wondered if any body would take the above bullet for elephant?? I would prefer the 350grn but Kynoch UK who are the woodliegh importer for me don't have them and don't know when or if they would be getting them in. Also any words on the weldcore bullets would be good too. Many thanks
 
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