This is crazy

[ArmyGrunt]

Does anyone here use a 700NE? I think the word overkill fits here, but I could be wrong. 1000 grain bullet, $125 each pop. I'm not sure I'd ever have a reason, except to simply say that I did...

 

[gizmo]

No thanks, I'll stick with the 40 and 50 calibers

 

[IvW]

It kills on both ends and will be a beast to carry!
500 is big enough.

 

[ArmyGrunt]

There were a couple of .950 JDJ that came up as suggestions. Purely bench guns there. No practical purpose I'd say

 

[matt85]

no such thing as overkill when an angry animal is bearing down on you!

there is a member here who has a 700 NE, not sure if hes used it for hunting yet. @buckstix you have a 700 right?

-matt

 

[CAustin]

Not going to get me to shoot it!

 

[sandman0921]

I've seen this video before. It's really funny. I get nervous for the guy shooting it every time I see it.…

The fellow shooting it is Cameron Mitchell (?). He coordinates the Super Slam for the Grand Slam Ovis Club. I say that only to say that he is a big, stout guy in person and that rifle rocks him pretty good.

I think I'll pass…

 

[petrusg]

I think its an impractical calibre.... wont see me pulling one around in the bush

 

[Ridgewalker]

Already suffered from a torn retina. I don't want a severed one. A blind man doesn't hunt so well

 

[sandman0921]

wont see me pulling one around in the bush

You're right. I won't even venture as to how much one of these behemoths weighs. I've also seen some videos of guys lugging those 4-bore rifles around. Very neat from a historical perspective, but it looks like what I envision it to be if one were to carry a boat anchor through the jess......

 

[Jimbob]

Well this is the perfect opportunity to bring out one of my favourite phots. It's a 26lb 2-bore in my hands, was exquisitely balanced, and there is no way I'm carrying one unless it's in a Bergen!

 

[MMAL]

@Jimbob where are you in that picture? It looks like a showroom as I see tags on the gun. I might have to come visit if that is the case. BTW what is that gun on the picture left of you, 12 gauge rotating feed system.

 

[BRICKBURN]

Glad the shooters arm is still attached.

 

[Jimbob]

@MMAL I very much wish it was a showroom but unfortunately it's not. It is in fact the National Firearms Centre in Yorkshire, England.
Sadly they don't let civilians in unless a journalist, author, historian, etc. Even then I believe they charge per hour. I got my invite as I am serving.
If you're ever near just ping them an email, they can be found online, and see if they'll let you in.

The firearm you refer to is actually a rifle. It's a Treeby and is one of the many failed attempts at repeating arms. Good page here if you're interested:
http://www.forgottenweapons.com/rifles/treeby-chain-gun/

 

[Witold Krzyżanowski]

It kills on both ends and will be a beast to carry!
500 is big enough.

I think the same as you.
Witold

 

[Nyati]

.375HH is enough for me !

 

[Hank2211]

I think the same as you.
Witold

You guys are all tougher than I am. .416 is as big as I have any desire to go.

 

[ArmyGrunt]

I'd probably have a go at it, if it wasn't my money buying ammo!

 

[thriller]

Oh I Would have to shoot it I just cant pass a good opportunity to experience some bone rattling brain jarring recoil!

 

[colorado]

I'm very happy with my medium bore 500 Jeffery ...