Exhibition Rising block single shot

[AZDAVE]

@mdwest I will join @tarbe in saying you need at least one fine rifle and you only live once!

 

[Altitude sickness]

I can’t believe the relatively low prices on his rifles. What fine known European brands does his quality compare and match up to

 

[Red Leg]

I can’t believe the relatively low prices on his rifles. What fine known European brands does his quality compare and match up to

For a single shot of this quality and perfection of design you would have to purchase a Hartmann & Wiess creation. They do not post prices. If you have to ask, you are wasting their time.

Homepage Hartmann und Weiss, Hamburg

 

[Altitude sickness]

I see his rifles as true collectibles. And perhaps even an investment.

When he is no longer making them. They will be highly sought after. And there can’t be many out there.

 

[tarbe]

I see his rifles as true collectibles. And perhaps even an investment.

When he is no longer making them. They will be highly sought after. And there can’t be many out there.

I agree. My check is on the way to Diana, TX!

 

[tarbe]

Now I am still wrestling with caliber choice.

I am having some doubts about my desire to make my rising block a big bore...it seems a little inconsistent with the theme of light/trim stalking rifle.

But I am a Luddite supreme...and I have been loading and hunting with the 45-70 / 45-90 class of cartridge for 50 years and I already have the 375 Flanged and 30 Super rifles that I plan to keep until I croak. I hate to duplicate.

And I am not into small bores (sub-.308).

 

[Red Leg]

Now I am still wrestling with caliber choice.

I am having some doubts about my desire to make my rising block a big bore...it seems a little inconsistent with the theme of light/trim stalking rifle.

But I am a Luddite supreme...and I have been loading and hunting with the 45-70 / 45-90 class of cartridge for 50 years and I already have the 375 Flanged and 30 Super rifles that I plan to keep until I croak. I hate to duplicate.

And I am not into small bores (sub-.308).

9.3x74R would be a classic choice in such a rifle.

 

[Wishfulthinker580]

Now I am still wrestling with caliber choice.

I am having some doubts about my desire to make my rising block a big bore...it seems a little inconsistent with the theme of light/trim stalking rifle.

But I am a Luddite supreme...and I have been loading and hunting with the 45-70 / 45-90 class of cartridge for 50 years and I already have the 375 Flanged and 30 Super rifles that I plan to keep until I croak. I hate to duplicate.

And I am not into small bores (sub-.308).

348 Winchester?

 

[tarbe]

9.3x74R would be a classic choice in such a rifle.

One of my original choices....as well as .338/74 Keith...which would be less of a duplication of my 375 Flanged.

 

[WAB]

Now I am still wrestling with caliber choice.

I am having some doubts about my desire to make my rising block a big bore...it seems a little inconsistent with the theme of light/trim stalking rifle.

But I am a Luddite supreme...and I have been loading and hunting with the 45-70 / 45-90 class of cartridge for 50 years and I already have the 375 Flanged and 30 Super rifles that I plan to keep until I croak. I hate to duplicate.

And I am not into small bores (sub-.308).

I would go with a caliber that you will enjoy shooting, a lot. It would be a shame to have a rifle of this quality and only fire a few rounds annually.

 

[tarbe]

348 Winchester?

Considered it....as I have history with the cartridge. I just have so much more with the old dogs from the 1870s.

 

[tarbe]

I would go with a caliber that you will enjoy shooting, a lot. It would be a shame to have a rifle of this quality and only fire a few rounds annually.

I agree!

I do shoot the 45s a lot. I have loads for squirrel hunting, all the way up. I even killed a duck in the 70s with a No 1 in 45-70. Round ball and 15gr of Green Dot!!

 

[tarbe]

Maybe I am just afraid the good General will call me a flea-scratching barbarian if I chamber a Bradshaw rising block in 45-90?

 

[Red Leg]

Maybe I am just afraid the good General will call me a flea-scratching barbarian if I chamber a Bradshaw rising block in 45-90?

Oh heck no. That too would be a classic. I think of his rising block as a light lean thing because mine is in 7x65R. But if the action will manage the big round why not. I expect Baily would have fun scaling it.

 

[mdwest]

If it were me I’d go with a fairly boring “deer” caliber… maybe a 270 or a 7x57… something light, low recoil, easy to load for, etc..

But I have to admit… going big bore like 45-90 sounds like a lot of fun… so does 9.3x74… I think either of those calibers would make an incredible American buffalo/bison rifle… and would be a hoot just to play with at the range..

 

[AZDAVE]

Since you are looking at 1870ish US rounds. Your 45/90 or 45/100 would work but if looking for the lighter stalking styles of rifle. You might want to consider the 40 cals. 40/50straight sharps, 40/65.

 

[SFRanger7GP]

His rifles truly are beautiful. I am considering one for my "last rifle". That would make my 3rd "last rifle".

My caliber of choice would be 7x57R.

Safe shooting

 

[Altitude sickness]

Just look at Rigby‘s pricings or another England made rifle and that will make you feel better

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

Now I am still wrestling with caliber choice.

I am having some doubts about my desire to make my rising block a big bore...it seems a little inconsistent with the theme of light/trim stalking rifle.

But I am a Luddite supreme...and I have been loading and hunting with the 45-70 / 45-90 class of cartridge for 50 years and I already have the 375 Flanged and 30 Super rifles that I plan to keep until I croak. I hate to duplicate.

And I am not into small bores (sub-.308).

Come on Tim, admit it. You've secretly desired a 6.5CM and this is your opportunity

 

[CJW]

I never tire of ornate firearms.
I could look at highly embellished European muzzleloaders all day long. Craftsmanship blended with beautiful wood and steel. Can't get better than that.

Now what caliber do I want? A .22lr or .22wmr? A cute 25/20? A small handgun caliber like .380 or 9mm for maximum fun? A dual caliber .357/.38 special, .44 special/.44 magnum for fun shooting versatility and close range deer rifle? Maybe 30/30 or 45/70 if I went any bigger.

Decisions, decisions.