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Contemplating a rechamber on my Alaskan from 480 to 475 Linebaugh?!
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The .480's still an effective round with the short barrel. It really doesn't need to be pushed hard to penetrate deeply. But, it could be a lot of fun as a .475 Linebaugh!



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Originally posted by SAFARIKID:
Ok,I just got the Rare and already discontinued Ruger Alaskan in 5 shot .480..IF I dont convert it to 500JRH,I will contemplate letting Jack (JRH) in just lengthing the chambers to accomodate the longer and more powerful 475 Linebaugh...This is a quick and inexpensive increase in "Horsepower" (Like Nitrous!)...So,what will I gain if I do this?? 2020


Did you decide to keep it as is?


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