Talk me out of a Rigby Big Game 404J

[Rare Breed]

I am tempted…I have two Rigby HS in 275 and 9.3x62. I also have a Rigby DR in 450 NE. I think I have all that I need…however I have found a really good deal on a Rigby Big Game in 404J

Please talk me out of this!!!

 

[Albert GRANT]

Bud, you know you are on the wrong forum for this! Everyone including me is going to tell you to buy that .404!

 

[MontanaGrant]

Yes don’t get the .404. You obviously need a .416 since you have the .275 and it’s the namesake.

I love the .404 but when I get a Rigby it’ll have to be a .275/416 combo with a 9.3x62 mid ground if I need a third

 

[Schüler Jumbo]

That rifle will double in price within a relatively short period. You won’t loose a dime.

 

[RLD]

YOLO.

The only reason I would talk you out of that purchase would be to grab that rifle myself.

Go get it and post pics for us to drool over.

 

[Throwback]

I am tempted…I have two Rigby HS in 275 and 9.3x62. I also have a Rigby DR in 450 NE. I think I have all that I need…however I have found a really good deal on a Rigby Big Game in 404J

Please talk me out of this!!!

We all know why you actually posted. You did not come on AH to get talked out of it, that is for sure. lol. You have our collective enthusiastic blessing! Go for it!

That Rigby BG in .404 is on my short list. I have researched it enough to know that is must have for the serious connoisseur. You will not regret it.

Please post pics when it is in hand brother!

 

[farmer_john]

I am tempted…I have two Rigby HS in 275 and 9.3x62. I also have a Rigby DR in 450 NE. I think I have all that I need…however I have found a really good deal on a Rigby Big Game in 404J

Please talk me out of this!!!

On moral grounds and in good conscience. I cannot bring myself to give a friend such bad advice.
Get it and enjoy.

 

[cmk]

Weeeelll, since you're *actually* asking for reasons against buying it... the 9.3 and the 404 pretty much solve the same problem - in the same way - although the latter is universally rated as "allowed for any game". The 404 is pretty much the "super-size me" option of the 9.3, especially when the 9.3 is loaded with the heavier bullets - 300+ gn.

I have both, but alas, not in the Rigby flavour of rifle, and I feel that they overlap quite considerably in terms practical hunting. So there is a risk that your 9.3 won't be seeing much sunlight, if you get the 404.

On the other hand, the 9.3 can be loaded light and fast, with 230-250gn projectiles, and then it has a bit more reach, but .... ah, what the hell .. you don't really want to hear any negative or questioning opinions. Get the rifle and tell us about it!

 

[358 Norma]

You want it then I say get it, you only live once!

 

[Wildwillalaska]

I am tempted…I have two Rigby HS in 275 and 9.3x62. I also have a Rigby DR in 450 NE. I think I have all that I need…however I have found a really good deal on a Rigby Big Game in 404J

Please talk me out of this!!!

NO! I will not.

I always think it’s hard to be a Rigby fan and not own a 416 Rigby and 450NE. But there’s a lot of nostalgia with the 404J, so whatever flavor you favor.

If thinking of one because the PH models presently listed, hard to scoff at the discounted price especially with chances of knocking another 10% off…so with the ability to pick one up a few thousand less than a 416, if someone was even slightly intrigued by the cartridge, seems smart choice.

 

[Rare Breed]

All you guys are like brothers from another mother !!!!

 

[baxterb]

 

[farmer_john]

All you guys are like brothers from another mother !!!!

Were just bad friends encouraging each others awesomeness lol
Got my first 404 this year from the forum here.. Waiting for glass then going to develop load.

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[358 Norma]

All you guys are like brothers from another mother !!!!

Plus a 404J with a 430 grn North Fork SS at 2300 fps will be absolutely deadly on Buffalo!

 

[deewayne2003]

@Rare Breed I thought you already had a .404J or did you get rid of it?

Either way I think you should buy the .404 Rigby, how many things can you buy and enjoy then later possibly make money from?

If you buy it right, you will at least break even.

 

[Pheroze]

The 404 J is an excellent first shot on Buffalo rifle. The 450 will be great if there is a follow up. So enjoy the new 404 and I hope you get a good selling price on the 9.3

 

[DaddyFlip]

You could retire from handloading, then your ammo choices would be so limited the purchase wouldn't make logical or practical sense. Even so, there aren't as many bullet choices in 423 as there are for 416 (were you to go with the Rigby), but it's close enough; you pick the one you want and stick with it in the big calibers.

OTOH, I would go for it. Unique caliber. Long, sexy neck (for a big girl). Skirt fits snug without a belt. Plus, it's a model you don't have. Do it!

 

[Hunting Hitman]

Let me give it a try…buy the 404 Jeff and 458 Lott in matching blanks. Should look awesome!

HH

 

[Ontario Hunter]

I heard 404 Jeffery is a good DGR cartridge. Can't recall exactly who told me but I do remember he was a renowned hunter and a really nice fella who has excellent manners. And very good looking too. A regular Prince Charming. Damned if I can remember his name though. Someone help me out here.

 

[ftrovato]

Get that Rifle! Life is short...