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If I was forced to own only one rifle, the 378 Weatherby would be high on the list.
westley476' - it's hard to disagree.
The reason I threw the 340 in the mix is because my days of hunting in Africa these days is mostly for plains game, which I very much enjoy. And, although I'm a 378 fan, my straight shooting and well worn 340 will knock down anything I choose to go after in Africa or here in North America.
Besides, for the really big stuff I've knocked down in Africa over the years I've used other more traditional time honored and bigger bore favorites of mine.
In any event, I agree that the 378 Wby is a tremendous cartridge and like you I also HATE BRAKES.
Good huntin' to you.
truthI had A 378 Weatherby Magnum when I was about 30 years old. I shot the rifle quite a bit, as a matter of fact I put rounds through it every week, I never used any protection because I was young and tough and stupid. now I have severe arthritis and bone chips in my right shoulder which limits my activities very much, that caliber is one of the most ferocious you can get when it comes to recoil.
Still foresale$1,450 - Weatherby Mark V Deluxe .378 Mag, blued, nicely figured walnut stock, serial number H215xxx indicates 1991 build date. Minor surface scratches from use. Scratches in blue underneath barrel at very end. Overall nice condition. Scope, base and rings not included. $25 shipping to your FFL.
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@CAustinThe stock looks very nice. I'm not sure about the 378 as I've never owned one but it should compare with a 300 win mag right?
The stock looks very nice. I'm not sure about the 378 as I've never owned one but it should compare with a 300 win mag right?
Oh I need to look better at dates..thank uNyati67--this thread is from 2015/2016, so don't hold your breath for a reply.
chris