Ruger Safari Magnum vs Kimber Caprivi

[joker2400]

I am looking at getting a new .375 H&H soon. Trying to keep my cost of rifle with optics under $5k. Does anybody have input in choosing between these 2 rifles? Are there any special considerations I should keep in mind?

 

[roklok]

Between those choices I would go Caprivi in a .375. The RSM can be a fine rifle but is better chambered in .416 or .458, an overly large and heavy rifle for .375 in my opinion.

 

[Muskox]

I would get my hands on both of them and see what I liked.

The RSM is a fatty, but man does it shoot nice.

 

[Rafiki]

I don't know about the Kimber but the RSM's have been discontinued for some time now so you would be looking at a used one. They are going for roughly $3k now.

 

[Doug3006]

Kimber doesn’t list the Caprivi in its online catalog. I’m afraid it has also gone out of production.

I have two….one in 375 H&H and another in 458 Lott. I like both of them a lot. IMO, the 375 is a bit on the heavy side and the Lott was way too light as it came from the factory. I suppose that’s the problem using the same barreled action for two distinctly different calibers. All that said, I’d buy the 375 again. It’s wonderfully smooth and accurate. Good looking too.

 

[Muskox]

There are also New York Kimber 89's in 375. Sometimes you will see a second hand one in good shape for sale. They are almost direct sized M70 clones.

If you can get one that has not been abused that would be a good option.

Spend some time on guns unlimited looking for 375's. there will be a ton of options.

Try your local Cabelas and see what they have, maybe order a couple off their website to your store and try that.

 

[M70375!]

I have a Kimber Caprivi in 375H&H and 416 Remington. Very nice rifles, great shooters.
The 375 has a new Swarovski Z8I, 1x8 power on it. I would consider taking $5000 for the 375 with scope, also it is threaded for suppressor or brake and has a thread protector cap.

 

[Mark A Ouellette]

For $5000 or less, I would look at custom WInchester pre-64 Model 70's

Kimber of Oregon for $4000

KIMBER OF OREGON MODEL 89 BGR CUSTOM CLASSIC BOLT ACTION RIFLE .375 H&H MAGNUM - 24" BARREL for sale

KIMBER OF OREGON MODEL 89 BGR CUSTOM CLASSIC BOLT ACTION RIFLE .375 H&H MAGNUM - 24" BARREL for sale online.

www.gunsinternational.com

A NY Kimber for $5000
$5000 Kimber Caprivi in 375H&H with a Swarovski Z6 I 1.7-10 x 42 in talley bases and ring.As new, unfired 100%.

Kimber Caprivi 8400 375HNH for sale

Kimber Caprivi 8400 375HNH for sale online.

www.gunsinternational.com

At $6000, this Cooper is a keeper!

Cooper of Montana Model 56 375H+H Safari Deluxe for sale

Cooper of Montana Model 56 375H+H Safari Deluxe for sale online.

www.gunsinternational.com

 

[dhughes66]

My Dad and I have the Ruger M77 RSM in .375 H&H, .416 Rigby, and .458 Lott. The 375 in the RSM will weigh around 10lbs unloaded with no scope. Most people consider that on the heavy side for a 375 however it will make it feel about like shooting a 30-06 in a standard deer rifle. Very shootable. The Ruger RSM has some really nice features that you do not see on some custom rifles like a quarter rib for example. For the money, I think you get the most out of a Ruger RSM, but those features are not the most important in a hunting rifle. I have not shot the Kimber, but have heard they are well made. I would try and feel both before purchasing, or even better buy both as an investment. Sell the one you like the least for probably more than you paid for it.

 

[hoytcanon]

I am a Ruger fan, and have owned hundreds, including 14 or 15 RSM's, six of them in .375 H&H... having said that, I would buy the Caprivi... the RSM in .375 is one of my least favorite Ruger configurations... it is grossly muzzle heavy... I kept buy them, and kept selling them. On the other hand, I love my RSM in .458 Lott.

 

[joker2400]

Thanks for the input guys.

@Mark A Ouellette I was looking at a few options on GI, it is just a matter of when I decide to take the leap.

 

[Rafiki]

I am a Ruger fan, and have owned hundreds, including 14 or 15 RSM's, six of them in .375 H&H... having said that, I would buy the Caprivi... the RSM in .375 is one of my least favorite Ruger configurations... it is grossly muzzle heavy... I kept buy them, and kept selling them. On the other hand, I love my RSM in .458 Lott.

I totally agree about the weight and balance of the 375 RSM. I knew this before getting one but was hooked on what to me is a classic Safari rifle. I ended up putting another $2k in custom work into it and ended up with a too heavy 375 that shoots like a dream.

 

[Aussie_Hunter]

Ive owned both, the RSM is built like a tank and the Kimber is lighter with some nice features like glass bedding. You can't go wrong with either, if you prefer a bigger heavier rifle go with the RSM, if you prefer a rifle thats a little lighter and classier go with the Kimber.

 

[Rafiki]

Ive owned both, the RSM is built like a tank and the Kimber is lighter with some nice features like glass bedding. You can't go wrong with either, if you prefer a bigger heavier rifle go with the RSM, if you prefer a rifle thats a little lighter and classier go with the Kimber.

Classier? Well ok, Kimber is not as clunky but that's just wood; take that away and the Kimber is just another rifle. Nice functioning for sure (so I've heard) but the RSM, as heavy as it is. is just traditionally classy and a great shooter, but that's just my opinion.