375 HH Model 70- finally barked!

[Wiley64]

So I’ve been sitting on this new gun for a while, debated scope options and had to postpone shooting it since I had a concussion when my order arrived. Decided on zeiss conquest 3-9x40 plaid musical scopes… Finally took it out today and man what a fun gun to shoot! The recoil did not bother me one bit and it printed a great group at 100 yards. Can’t wait to take it deer hunting this weekend!

 

[meigsbucks]

Glad you finally got to play with your new toy. We’ll need pics of the 12pt you take with it.

 

[ActionBob]

They are great right out of the box and heavy enough to really tame recoil. Hard to beat as gateway drug to bigger bores

 

[John Wasmuth]

So I’ve been sitting on this new gun for a while, debated scope options and had to postpone shooting it since I had a concussion when my order arrived. Decided on zeiss conquest 3-9x40 plaid musical scopes… Finally took it out today and man what a fun gun to shoot! The recoil did not bother me one bit and it printed a great group at 100 yards. Can’t wait to take it deer hunting this weekend!

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Outstanding!!!

 

[ldmay375]

I am sure you will have much enjoyment from that rifle and cartridge. Congratulations!

So I’ve been sitting on this new gun for a while, debated scope options and had to postpone shooting it since I had a concussion when my order arrived. Decided on zeiss conquest 3-9x40 plaid musical scopes… Finally took it out today and man what a fun gun to shoot! The recoil did not bother me one bit and it printed a great group at 100 yards. Can’t wait to take it deer hunting this weekend!

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[chashardy]

Dollar for dollar, hard to beat a Model 70 in 375 H&H as a DG rifle.

 

[ActionBob]

Dollar for dollar, hard to beat a Model 70 in 375 H&H as a DG rifle.

Except for the same rifle in 416 Rem Mag

Having one of each is the next logical step!

 

[Ridgewalker]

A fine tool of the hunting trade! Looking forward to a report on your first field experience with it.
Congratulations!

 

[Captain Munro]

I got one I am still sitting on because I cannot find ammo (affordable)! Good shooting with a fine rifle+

 

[gesch]

That is a great looking rifle. I bought a twin of your rifle from an estate.(non identical twin—mine has a Nikon Monarch scope). I was amazed at how good they shoot and as you have pointed out the recoil in not a problem. Please give us some pics of your deer hunt (stand, view, rifle and deer!). Thanks for posting. Your friend, Brian

 

[curtism1234]

Great rifle. It's amazing how little (imo) the 375 recoils in an appropriate sized rifle/combo

 

[Legolas]

That is a fine looking rifle, Wiley64. You said the recoil did not bother you one bit, and that is a very favorable first impression.

I am a model 70 fan myself, but I have never fired a .375. I have been thinking I might be able to handle a .375, and that is kind of on the top of my wish list. I have been looking at the Safari Express, and the half pound lighter Alaskan, as well as the Hawkeye African in .375 Ruger.

I would be very interested in hearing your impressions regarding your recoil tolerance after one or two hundred rounds. I would also be interested to hear your thoughts as to whether the 8.5 pound Alaskan might be too light.
I have read that the Safari Express .375 is a little heavier in the barrel than the .416, so it may be that the Express .375 is actually three quarters of a pound heavier than the Alaskan. Would you think a .375, three quarters of a pound lighter than your rifle might be too light?

 

[Wiley64]

That is a fine looking rifle, Wiley64. You said the recoil did not bother you one bit, and that is a very favorable first impression.

I am a model 70 fan myself, but I have never fired a .375. I have been thinking I might be able to handle a .375, and that is kind of on the top of my wish list. I have been looking at the Safari Express, and the half pound lighter Alaskan, as well as the Hawkeye African in .375 Ruger.

I would be very interested in hearing your impressions regarding your recoil tolerance after one or two hundred rounds. I would also be interested to hear your thoughts as to whether the 8.5 pound Alaskan might be too light.
I have read that the Safari Express .375 is a little heavier in the barrel than the .416, so it may be that the Express .375 is actually three quarters of a pound heavier than the Alaskan. Would you think a .375, three quarters of a pound lighter than your rifle might be too light?

I definitely need to shoot it more to give you a real diligent answer, first impression would be it takes the recoil very well by being a little heavier rifle. I shot my 270 wsm at the range that day as well and felt like it was trying to fly out of my hands. The Model 70 recoil was a firm push but in my opinion not as stiff as the short magnum. Will shoot some more and report back

 

[Wiley64]

Great rifle. It's amazing how little (imo) the 375 recoils in an appropriate sized rifle/combo

Agreed! It was a pleasant surprise. My father in law videoed me shooting it and the first thing I said was “it’s not that bad!”