Taming the 378 weatherby

[Keelebilly]

The 378 weatherby seems to be a rather unpopular caliber on here due to the excessive recoil. It would appear to have some significant advantages over some of the other 375 calibers if the recoil could be mitigated. I was considering trying to build one with Edward’s recoil reducers and/ or a falcon strike recoil pad. I’d like to avoid a muzzle break if possible. Has anyone tried these products on a 378? Any thoughts or suggestions?

 

[RedTag]

A couple friends of mine have had .338-378 Weatherby rifles and those guns absolutely needed to be braked. Impressive power but it comes at a price. That’s probably fair to say for all members of the .378 family.

 

[AustinM]

Let me know how you enjoy the FalconStrike recoil pad. I'm thinking about using it on my 510 Kodiak Express and some first hand knowledge would be great!

 

[1972RedNeck]

Weight. Add a couple pounds and it will be tolerable. Add 5 more and it will be pleasant to shoot.

 

[Luvthunt]

An ugly recoiling cartridge.

 

[Beck]

Let me know how you enjoy the FalconStrike recoil pad. I'm thinking about using it on my 510 Kodiak Express and some first hand knowledge would be great!

I am also interested to hear how the Falconstrike recoil pad works for you