After searching for a while i finally found a Ruger magnum in 416 Rigby in my price range. Previous owner had it magna ported. Looks like it kept a spot in the safe as only two very small scratches on the stock in front of the rear swivel. A bit of surface rust on the barrel in the stamped lettering.
I purchased the reloading dies and some 350 grain Barnes TSX, already had IMR 4350 powder and CCI Magnum rifle primers. Loaded a few up and went out to the range. Mostly just to see how it handled and check out the recoil. Glad to say this season went well.
Next I'll build a standing shooting rest and work up a load that she likes.
Have been working with Gerrie from Theron Safaris for our third African hunt. Leopard is the top of my list this time and Fran wishes for a Cape Buffalo.
We will either hunt Botswana or Tanzania. Working the details out now.
I purchased the reloading dies and some 350 grain Barnes TSX, already had IMR 4350 powder and CCI Magnum rifle primers. Loaded a few up and went out to the range. Mostly just to see how it handled and check out the recoil. Glad to say this season went well.
Next I'll build a standing shooting rest and work up a load that she likes.
Have been working with Gerrie from Theron Safaris for our third African hunt. Leopard is the top of my list this time and Fran wishes for a Cape Buffalo.
We will either hunt Botswana or Tanzania. Working the details out now.