ianthompson
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Hi I was fortunate to aquire an 1897 H&H 450/400 3 1/4 nitro express very reasonable cost. (2800) I am fairly new to double rifles so need to develop a load and plan on trying reloader 15 with 280 cast bullets (it was the closest I could find). I know I should get Graeme Wrights book but haven't found an affordable copy. I will try to use his cordite conversion and foam backer rod.
I was also able to get 20 pieces of Hornady so should be ready to start working un a load.
The rifle is regulated for 40 grains cordite and a 270 grain bullet.
The questions I have are if it is common to loose or damage firearms on a trip to Africa (I have never hunted outside wisconsin and would rather have to restock my 416 98 action than the H&H) how big of game can I take with this combination in africa and can you use hand loads abroad if the headstamp is for the correct cartridge?
Thanks.
I was also able to get 20 pieces of Hornady so should be ready to start working un a load.
The rifle is regulated for 40 grains cordite and a 270 grain bullet.
The questions I have are if it is common to loose or damage firearms on a trip to Africa (I have never hunted outside wisconsin and would rather have to restock my 416 98 action than the H&H) how big of game can I take with this combination in africa and can you use hand loads abroad if the headstamp is for the correct cartridge?
Thanks.