505 Gibbs (really any 500+), Killed What, Shoot How Often

[uplander01]

Big Bores are cool. I used a 500 Jeffery on a Zim safari to take multiple buffalo, kudu, eland. When I hunt Buff again, I will be using a 416 Rigby--easier to shoot, easier to carry, and ultimately will get the job done all at around 60 ft lbs of recoil. It takes a lot of practice and a sound constitution to really practice and master a rifle that is pushing 100 ft lbs of recoil. A shot or two in the field is one thing, 10-20 practice rounds will rattle your concentration. You have to know your limits, if you can do it, go for it, if you can't, don't, and don't let your ego get in the way. The 50's really do smack stuff that is for sure.

 

[colorado]

Big Bores are cool. I used a 500 Jeffery on a Zim safari to take multiple buffalo, kudu, eland. When I hunt Buff again, I will be using a 416 Rigby--easier to shoot, easier to carry, and ultimately will get the job done all at around 60 ft lbs of recoil. It takes a lot of practice and a sound constitution to really practice and master a rifle that is pushing 100 ft lbs of recoil. A shot or two in the field is one thing, 10-20 practice rounds will rattle your concentration. You have to know your limits, if you can do it, go for it, if you can't, don't, and don't let your ego get in the way. The 50's really do smack stuff that is for sure.

On both ends lol