Michael Dean
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I currently have a 375 H&H and I'm thinking of having it rebarreled to a 404 Jeffery. Can someone please tell me if this is going to require a new bolt face?
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What brand/model?
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Maybe. The 404 has a radius .009" larger than the standard magnum. The boltface may need to be milled out to accommodate the larger case and the extractor will likely need some fitting. Unless it's a Remington style bolt it isn't much of a problem.
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The rifle is a Colt Sauer.
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Oh I've no experience with that rifle. However I'm pretty sure any 375 bolt face would need to be opened up a little. And I'm almost positive that it can be done.
So a new bolt face? Not sure what your definition is. Your old bolt face, machined out just a bit should work.
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Hello,
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Andrew
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Thank you for your time,
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1r4rc wrote on Corylax18's profile.
Saw your post. Nice. Denver too. Genesee area (just off 70) if ever up this way. Alternatively, do you have a membership at GGC? Whatever, you'll have a wonderful time in Africa. Enjoy.