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9.3x74
21 September 2019, 23:22
Beretta682E9.3x74
Thinking of getting a 9.3x74.
Any thoughts opinions advice.
Thanks
Mike
21 September 2019, 23:27
packrattusnongratusI love them and have two. I use the 286 cup and core RN and the 250 gr Barnes X. Good luck and Be Well. Packy
22 September 2019, 03:42
GBEGreat case when necked down to 8mm

Formerly Gun Barrel Ecologist
22 September 2019, 06:46
dpcdThat would completely ruin it; just get any old 8mm bolt gun.
Yes, definitely get a 9.3 and I assume you are getting a DR of some type, (Or a single shot).
I have a Chapuis, a Krieghoff, and a Custom that shoots into one hole.
While you are at it, get a bolt rifle in 9.3x62; same ballistics for when you want to use bolt trash.
22 September 2019, 08:21
Beretta682Equote:
Originally posted by dpcd:
That would completely ruin it; just get any old 8mm bolt gun.
Yes, definitely get a 9.3 and I assume you are getting a DR of some type, (Or a single shot).
I have a Chapuis, a Krieghoff, and a Custom that shoots into one hole.
While you are at it, get a bolt rifle in 9.3x62; same ballistics for when you want to use bolt trash.
I am looking at a Blaser k95 single shot in 9.3x74.
I have a Sako 85 in 9.3x62.
Thanks for the info.
Mike
22 September 2019, 08:50
smallfryI’ve been wanting to do one in a Ruger #1 Stainless. I like the 9.3x62 already.
I am back from a long Hiatus... or whatever.
Take care.
smallfry
22 September 2019, 10:17
Todd Williamsquote:
Originally posted by Beretta682E:
quote:
Originally posted by dpcd:
That would completely ruin it; just get any old 8mm bolt gun.
Yes, definitely get a 9.3 and I assume you are getting a DR of some type, (Or a single shot).
I have a Chapuis, a Krieghoff, and a Custom that shoots into one hole.
While you are at it, get a bolt rifle in 9.3x62; same ballistics for when you want to use bolt trash.
I am looking at a Blaser k95 single shot in 9.3x74.
I have a Sako 85 in 9.3x62.
Thanks for the info.
Mike
9.3x74R
Blaser

22 September 2019, 10:59
ManuelCómo se pronuncia
Hi.
I have a 9.3 x 74 chapuis.
I think it's the hunting rifle, which I've been looking for throughout my life.
I shoot 175 yards.
A great caliber.
Best regards.
Manuel.
22 September 2019, 11:33
surefire7I have several in a Ruger #1.
Nice medium rimmed round for a single shot with the exact same ballistics as a 9.3x62 in a bolt action.
Cheap way to get into this caliber without going the Double Rifle route...
22 September 2019, 11:58
Charlie64.
Great cartridge - very popular boar cartridge and red deer. Enjoy!!
.
"Up the ladders and down the snakes!"
22 September 2019, 16:09
SFRanger7GPI have a Merkel double and a Ruger #1 in 9.3x74R. I love the cartridge. The Merkel was my first double rifle and I have taken everything from eland to turkey with it. I use 285/286gr bullets on everything. Have not hunted with the Ruger yet but it is accurate with every ammo I have tried.
Safe shooting...….LL
22 September 2019, 17:25
PerHquote:
Originally posted by GBE:
Great case when necked down to 8mm
The great 8x75RS mm, good mountain gun and driven hunt and lot more, Ballistics and energy,not fsr from 8x68S
was mr Rigby before a pc crash
22 September 2019, 18:11
470EvansI just picked up a Ruger No1 in 9.3x74
I have used it's cousin the 9.3x62 with 286 gr bullets on hogs extensively.
Love that cartridge.
22 September 2019, 19:35
Todd WilliamsKilled my big Zim lion with the 9.3x74R in 2012.
23 September 2019, 00:11
4sixteenGot a thing for flanged rounds in the Ruger No.1 so just had to get one in 9.3x74R. It's a cool round.
23 September 2019, 00:34
mdstewartI’m staying out of this one. I’ve owed several 9.3x74, great caliber in the right rifle.
JP Sauer Drilling 12x12x9.3x72
David Murray Scottish Hammer 12 Bore
Alex Henry 500/450 Double Rifle
Steyr Classic Mannlicher Fullstock 6.5x55
Steyr Classic Mannlicher Fullstock .30-06
Walther PPQ H2 9mm
Walther PPS M2
Cogswell & Harrison Hammer 12 Bore Damascus
And Too Many More
24 September 2019, 23:17
AtkinsonI much prefer the 9.3x62 in a bolt gun, but a Ruger no. 1 would be super in a 9.3x74. but I see the 9.3x74 as a double rifle, and a dandy..
Ray Atkinson
Atkinson Hunting Adventures
10 Ward Lane,
Filer, Idaho, 83328
208-731-4120
rayatkinsonhunting@gmail.com
24 September 2019, 23:35
z1rquote:
Originally posted by 4sixteen:
Got a thing for flanged rounds in the Ruger No.1 so just had to get one in 9.3x74R. It's a cool round.
That's one of the few rifles I passed up when it came out and really regret.
Got a ton of 9,3x62's but Double or Single in 74R would be a welcome addition.
Aut vincere aut mori
28 September 2019, 20:43
wildmansixThat K95 will be a very classy rifle in a 9.3x74.
on my first safari to South Africa I shot 7 plains game with my TC encore with a custom x74 barrel (Diker to blue wildebeest) Second safari used my Chapuis double (Favourite rifle) took Cape Eland and Sable. Used swift Aframes. Would highly recommend the round.