My new 375 H&H

[sgt_zim]

Well, really, it's for the missus. And if she decides she doesn't want it, I have a son who'd be quite interested.

 

[375er]

Atta boy!

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

Nice!

 

[HuntingGold]

Funny.... but congratulations to the misses or to your son... or to you

 

[Pilgrim]

This reminds me of the time Homer Simpson brought his wife a bowling ball with his name on it

 

[sgt_zim]

Funny.... but congratulations to the misses or to your son... or to you

Definitely not for me. I like my 9.3x62 with its 286 gr a frames at 2475, and already have a bigger thumper in 404J. I'm just not one of those guys who'll have more than 1 rifle in the same class for myself.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

Very nice, one of them will be happy.

 

[F. Vaccaro]

You’re going to like that #1!
I have shot #1s that have the tightest groups while holding the forearm & resting that hand on the sand bag.

 

[sgt_zim]

I picked it up yesterday.

It weighs 8.6#. Now to decide on a scope. Scope and rings should get me right at 10#.

Very much leaning towards this:

Leupold VX-5HD CDS-ZL2 Rifle Scope | MidwayUSA

The VX-5HD is taking optical performance to a whole new level. Leupold gave it a High-Definition optical system for sharp clarity and the Twilight Max Light Management System for great low-light performance.

www.midwayusa.com

I don't really care about the CDS, but IMO the 2-10x42 is about the perfect do-all hunting scope, especially one with a fire dot.

This one is also in the mix:

Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope 1-6x 24mm Illuminated FireDot Duplex

The Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope provides an ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and a magnification range that lets you engage threats anywhere...

www.midwayusa.com

 

[Fatback]

@sgt_zim, the VX5 2-10 is a wonderful scope. I have several on rifles to include a 375 H&H and a 9.3x62 Mauser. They have preformed without issue for me. I also really like the firedot option. Best of luck with whatever you decide.

 

[odonata]

Congratulations! That's a great rifle chambered in a classic round.

IMO the 2-10x42 is about the perfect do-all hunting scope, especially one with a fire dot.

Agreed. I really liked having a S&B 1.5-8x42 Stratos on my Ruger No. 1A in 6.5x55 Swede. It was just about perfect for the hunting that I do. There is one in the classifieds right now but it's more expensive than the Leupold you're considering.

My Swarovski z6 1.7-10x42 confirmed that this is one my favorite zoom ranges too. My Ruger No. 1S in 9.3x74r is wearing a Minox ZA5 1.5-8x32 which works really well especially since I grabbed it used in pristine condition for $225.

This one is also in the mix:

Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope 1-6x 24mm Illuminated FireDot Duplex

The Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope provides an ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and a magnification range that lets you engage threats anywhere...

www.midwayusa.com

I have a Meopta Meostar R2 1-6x24 RD on one of my Rugers & I really like it a lot. The reticle on this particular model is a little thinner than I would have preferred but I got such a good deal on it, it was a compromise I was willing to make.

There was one on sale here in the classifieds last week for about half price but it didn't last long.

I have a Winchester 1885 Safari Octagon in 375 H&H with a Zeiss 6x42mm MC on it. A single shot falling block in that caliber is a really nice rifle to have.

 

[KCSafari]

Congratulations. May it serve you and your wife well.

 

[geopat]

I picked it up yesterday.

It weighs 8.6#. Now to decide on a scope. Scope and rings should get me right at 10#.

Very much leaning towards this:

Leupold VX-5HD CDS-ZL2 Rifle Scope | MidwayUSA

The VX-5HD is taking optical performance to a whole new level. Leupold gave it a High-Definition optical system for sharp clarity and the Twilight Max Light Management System for great low-light performance.

www.midwayusa.com

I don't really care about the CDS, but IMO the 2-10x42 is about the perfect do-all hunting scope, especially one with a fire dot.

This one is also in the mix:

Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope 1-6x 24mm Illuminated FireDot Duplex

The Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope provides an ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and a magnification range that lets you engage threats anywhere...

www.midwayusa.com

My favorite rifle with my favorite scope ( vx5 2-10.illuminated) The.375 H&H is a do it all but small game.
I took mine on what was, and probably always will be, my only African safari.
Warthog, Impala, Blesbok, Zebra, and Sable.
I’m 5’9”, 175 and 70 years old .
I can shoot the.375 till my billfold cries and not have a problem. (Except for the billfold)
It’s just a wonderful combination!!

 

[Hunter-Habib]

Heartiest congratulations. Single shots never really fascinated me much. But the Ruger Model 1s were an excellent weapon of their class.

 

[swashington]

Congrats on the new rifle even if it is for your wife. I just purchased the same thing earlier this week. Will go well with my 416 Model 1.

 

[swashington]

Heartiest congratulations. Single shots never really fascinated me much. But the Ruger Model 1s were an excellent weapon of their class.

Only way to go for a lefty in the big bore world.

 

[Fatback]

Only way to go for a lefty in the big bore world.

Not the only way. Certainly the most economical route for sure. There are LH big bore rifles out there, all be it, few and far between. Also, I’ve had a couple re-barreled into what I wanted.

 

[Hunter-Habib]

Only way to go for a lefty in the big bore world.

Granite Mountain Arms builds some lovely left handed Mauser actions. Not exactly cheap, but worth every penny.

 

[sgt_zim]

Found a new Zeiss Conquest V6 1-6x24 for $500 off.

The missus now has the nicest rifle in the house, with the best glass.

 

[hoytcanon]

Nothing wrong with a number one... I'm always on board.

My newest (to me) a .458 WM;