That's a good enough excuse for me!Already have a 375 H&H.
Why 375 Ruger vs 375 H/H? Just curious
I would not trade my guide gun for the world. I prefer the h&h caliber because of tradition, but the short style and handiness of the guide gun is by far my favorite. Nothing could be better for a quick wielding rifle. I used to hate the look of the stock, but it grows on you because of the feel. I’m not the type of person to think just because I have something that it is the best. If I didn’t like the guide gun, I would have sold it long ago because of it being a non traditional African caliber. Once you feel and try one, you will find it hard to go back to a traditional long rifle in a dangerous game situation.
I like the Guide gun and want to get one eventually. When I finally got to handle one in person, at a gun show, I was surprised how small and handy it was. Compared to my Model 70 Safari it is tiny! Kinda want it in 416 Ruger but idk how much longer that chambering will last and I do not reload...yet.I would not trade my guide gun for the world. I prefer the h&h caliber because of tradition, but the short style and handiness of the guide gun is by far my favorite. Nothing could be better for a quick wielding rifle. I used to hate the look of the stock, but it grows on you because of the feel. I’m not the type of person to think just because I have something that it is the best. If I didn’t like the guide gun, I would have sold it long ago because of it being a non traditional African caliber. Once you feel and try one, you will find it hard to go back to a traditional long rifle in a dangerous game situation.
I fully understand that. I think the 375 is a bit more popular at this point than the 416 ruger. I do believe that cartridges will be available if you are willing to order them online, etc. It is a concern but I believe they will at least be available in the future though. I always wanted to harvest a Cape buffalo with my 416 Rigby or even buy a 404 Jeffery to be traditional, but the handiness of this little Ruger has me second guessing everything.I like the Guide gun and want to get one eventually. When I finally got to handle one in person, at a gun show, I was surprised how small and handy it was. Compared to my Model 70 Safari it is tiny! Kinda want it in 416 Ruger but idk how much longer that chambering will last and I do not reload...yet.
I'd like both of those cartridges, but can't afford either haha. The 375 H&H I have is stretching it on ammo affordability.I fully understand that. I think the 375 is a bit more popular at this point than the 416 ruger. I do believe that cartridges will be available if you are willing to order them online, etc. It is a concern but I believe they will at least be available in the future though. I always wanted to harvest a Cape buffalo with my 416 Rigby or even buy a 404 Jeffery to be traditional, but the handiness of this little Ruger has me second guessing everything.
i am hard pressed to go back to factory ammo after getting into reloading. it is amazing how much more accurate hand loads are, and if loading premium bullets in large calibers, is a tremendous money saver.I like the Guide gun and want to get one eventually. When I finally got to handle one in person, at a gun show, I was surprised how small and handy it was. Compared to my Model 70 Safari it is tiny! Kinda want it in 416 Ruger but idk how much longer that chambering will last and I do not reload...yet.
As mentioned, I found a 375 Ruger Alaskan and it's on its way.i am hard pressed to go back to factory ammo after getting into reloading. it is amazing how much more accurate hand loads are, and if loading premium bullets in large calibers, is a tremendous money saver.
After I buy a house and get settled I'm going to set up for reloading. I have a single stage Press and some of the other accessories. Just no place to do it.i am hard pressed to go back to factory ammo after getting into reloading. it is amazing how much more accurate hand loads are, and if loading premium bullets in large calibers, is a tremendous money saver.