Rigby Highland Stalker .275 vs 30-06

[spike.t]

I went 275. I appreciate all the insight.

Nice.... congratulations on making the correct choice... ....now just need to line up some hunting....and I think I know just the place

 

[Camdog]

If they made the Rigby in left handed, I would figure out a way to own one in 275 Rigby.

 

[Cleveland48]

Can't wait for some pics.

 

[roverandbrew]

Nice.... congratulations on making the correct choice... ....now just need to line up some hunting....and I think I know just the place

Sabe and Buffalo are next on the list!

 

[roverandbrew]

Showed up today.

 

[WAB]

Dude that is awesome! Nice sling as well. Instead of knotting the leather thong, I lashed mine with wax coated cord. It works better and looks awesome.

 

[WAB]

I’m sure you know this, but the studs will only work with a thonged sling. They will not work properly with sling swivels.

 

[roverandbrew]

Dude that is awesome! Nice sling as well. Instead of knotting the leather thong, I lashed mine with wax coated cord. It works better and looks awesome.

I appreciate it! Do you happen to have a pic of your sling? I am messing around with it a bit tonight. The rifle is definitely a lot slimmer and lighter than I thought it would be. Very well balanced.

 

[Wyatt Smith]

Sweet!

 

[Red Leg]

I’m sure you know this, but the studs will only work with a thonged sling. They will not work properly with sling swivels.

Mine works perfectly with sling swivels.

 

[Cleveland48]

Showed up today.

Congratulations! That is a beautiful rifle.

 

[Red Leg]

Showed up today.

Great looking rifle. That dog will hunt.

 

[rookhawk]

I’m sure you know this, but the studs will only work with a thonged sling. They will not work properly with sling swivels.

‘fish hook swivels would be the original method as well and will work. Now that Mauser owns rigby it could be they went to EU sling eyes. (Smaller than uncle Mike’s, $40 at NECG)

 

[Red Leg]

‘fish hook swivels would be the original method as well and will work. Now that Mauser owns rigby it could be they went to EU sling eyes. (Smaller than uncle Mike’s, $40 at NECG)

Exactly

 

[WAB]

I appreciate it! Do you happen to have a pic of your sling? I am messing around with it a bit tonight. The rifle is definitely a lot slimmer and lighter than I thought it would be. Very well balanced.

I will send you a pic.

 

[WAB]

Mine works perfectly with sling swivels.

Interesting. The stud hole on mine is far too large for normal sling swivels. It is definitely set up for the Rigby silent sling.

 

[WAB]

Exactly

Actually the holes on mine are much larger than standard studs. Would this match the fish hook swivels you mention? I’m not familiar with them.

 

[Red Leg]

Though a classic Winchester version, this is what they look like. I am not a fan.

VINTAGE WINCHESTER RIFLE PIG TAIL HOOK SLING SWIVELS | #159000814

Up for auction, fresh from a Montana estate sale, is this set of Winchester rifle pig tail/European style hook sling swivels with screw studs. This set of swivels are in incredible New Old Stock condi

www.worthpoint.com

My rifle with a Trader Keith Sling and swivels - not sure the actual brand.

 

[rookhawk]

Actually the holes on mine are much larger than standard studs. Would this match the fish hook swivels you mention? I’m not familiar with them.

Google Winchester or Parker hale fish hook swivels. Expect to pay $80-$150 a pair. It’s 100% what that was intended to use. I use English swivel eyes on restorations for fish hook use.

 

[rookhawk]

Not mine, just a typical set for a typical price:

WIN. 70 PRE 64 ( SET OF 2 FISH HOOK SWIVELS. LARGE SIZE ) (ITEM # J-3153) | eBay

FINISH IS ABOUT 85% GOOD. THESE ARE THE LARGE SET. MOST ALL THE PARTS WE LIST WE HAVE HAD FOR OVER 20 YEARS IN STORAGE.

www.ebay.com