Hey there everyone.

I've been a lurker on this site for some number of years now, and since I'm getting more involved in hunting, figured I'd get an account set up. I've been an avid shooter for about 15 years (IDPA CDP and 3-gun limited competitor, along with some 1,000 / 1,500 meter work) and I've got an FFL 07/08 for ammunition production (it doesn't make money - don't do it). I consider myself an avid and responsible firearms enthusiast that is slowly dipping further into the hunting...

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Well I’m happy to report I joined the rigby familey today, I picked up a big game PH model in 450 rigby. I can tell you this rifle exceeded my expectations in person and man the stock feels just right much better than my M70. Much like red leg I think the wood is better looking than its grade 2 would lead you to believe and is icing on the cake.

Now if only Norma would make a run of brass and some ammo!

Let’s hear everybody’s pet loads to give me some starting places.

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Who, how, when, where? Who has been to Australia to hunt buffalo recently?

Hello, in addition to my large bore double rifle I talked about commissioning in another thread, I am considering speccing out a smaller bore plains game/white tail double rifle for my son for when he comes of age. I understand completely a bolt action would be a lot more suitable and a lot cheaper but I am committed and admittedly like the less common options on many things in life and lean towards traditional rifles, so no comments on “you should just get a bolt gun” please .

Right now...

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