Does the 460 WBY work?

27 June 2010, 04:11

quote:
Originally posted by PoppaW:
Most of the loads my 460 likes are just a little more than the lott for power. I don't think I could get 8000 ft/lbs of paper energy out of one. I think 7000 is more like it. The case is too small anyway.

I like reading your post, because I'm obsessed with change and so far I've read that the 458 is quite powerful Lott (Ripper hehe). I have heard it is a size often used by professional hunters and something should be.

Regards,

Oscar.

27 June 2010, 21:17

Worth

As bwanamrm noted in the "What a PH carries" thread, Gerard Miller of Tanzania carries a 460 Weatherby made by Duane Wiebe. I haven't hunted with Mr. Miller but have had the pleasure of handling the rifle. This is Mr. Miller's second or third 460. Having spent ten days hearing Mr. Miller's stories at the dinner table, I can tell you that his allegiance to the 460 is not based on conjecture.
Dabney

27 June 2010, 22:01

ovny

quote:
Originally posted by Worth:
As bwanamrm noted in the "What a PH carries" thread, Gerard Miller of Tanzania carries a 460 Weatherby made by Duane Wiebe. I haven't hunted with Mr. Miller but have had the pleasure of handling the rifle. This is Mr. Miller's second or third 460. Having spent ten days hearing Mr. Miller's stories at the dinner table, I can tell you that his allegiance to the 460 is not based on conjecture.
Dabney

And the 458 Lott, do you think? Thanks, Oscar.

28 June 2010, 12:14

Express_Rifles

The only downside of the 460 to me is the 26 inch bbl in the bush it may get hung up which is just a hassle

26 July 2010, 06:43

stuntpilot2

I did a little shooting with it in 2005 across RSA, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. Thread below is ancient by now, but it should answer your question.

460 WBY and Barnes-X on Big 5

26 July 2010, 07:50

Hammer

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Have had as many as six 460 Weatherbys at one time.

Have used the 460 Wby in Africa with good results.

Believe every one should have one.

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26 July 2010, 07:51

Robgunbuilder

The 460 wby is a WONDERFUL starting point for a 500a2. There is a Difference!-Rob

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26 July 2010, 18:37

CCMDoc

quote:
Originally posted by Robgunbuilder:
The 460 wby is a WONDERFUL starting point for a 500a2. There is a Difference!-Rob

You mean as a plinker beefore graduating to a 600 Overkill, right?

26 July 2010, 19:42

jro45

I own the CZ 458 Lott. I'm sure the 460 WBY could kill any animal on this earth. I know my Lott can. I have read of different animals being killed with the 460 WBY and my 458 Lott.

26 July 2010, 20:04

Jarrod

I've never had one but i've heard its a good prairie dog gun

26 July 2010, 20:08

Whitworth

quote:
Originally posted by Jarrod:
I've never had one but i've heard its a good prairie dog gun

I think it's a bit on the light side for prairie dogs......

28 July 2010, 06:45

Milo Shanghai

Just how much does a 460 WBY with a run of the mill factory loading kick?

Assume a well fitted and weighted rifle and compare with 458Winmag if possible.

Thanks.

28 July 2010, 08:48

mauser93

I just came back to this thread. On reflection, I believe that I should say something positive about the .460 Roy, so that I will not be told, again, that I am being "silly."

Ok. Here goes: The .460 WBY is a less hideous and less useless round than the .378 WBY.

There ya' go. I feel much better now: not silly.

28 July 2010, 17:45

jro45

quote:
Originally posted by ovny:
I have a 458 Lott, is well below the cartridge of Lott the powerful 460 Weatherby?, I guess so. I am thinking of selling my 550 Safari Magnum Ceska and opt for a 460 Weatherby selling a friend. He sells it does not support the kick. What do you suggest I use?

Regards,

Oscar.

Well have you thought about a 505 gibbs. That rifle can kill any animal anyware. The Lott can also but not as fast.

28 July 2010, 21:20

ovny

quote:
Originally posted by jro45:
quote:
Originally posted by ovny:
I have a 458 Lott, is well below the cartridge of Lott the powerful 460 Weatherby?, I guess so. I am thinking of selling my 550 Safari Magnum Ceska and opt for a 460 Weatherby selling a friend. He sells it does not support the kick. What do you suggest I use?

Regards,

Oscar.

Well have you thought about a 505 gibbs. That rifle can kill any animal anyware. The Lott can also but not as fast.

The 505 Gibbs and 500 Jeffery (both I like) are prohibited in Spain, being considered as of war.

Oscar.

29 July 2010, 06:39

akalinin

quote:
Originally posted by ovny:
quote:
Originally posted by jro45:
quote:
Originally posted by ovny:
I have a 458 Lott, is well below the cartridge of Lott the powerful 460 Weatherby?, I guess so. I am thinking of selling my 550 Safari Magnum Ceska and opt for a 460 Weatherby selling a friend. He sells it does not support the kick. What do you suggest I use?

Regards,

Oscar.

Well have you thought about a 505 gibbs. That rifle can kill any animal anyware. The Lott can also but not as fast.

The 505 Gibbs and 500 Jeffery (both I like) are prohibited in Spain, being considered as of war.

Oscar.

What war was a 505 or 500 Jeff used in? Or is it a .50 caliber thing?

29 July 2010, 06:43

akalinin

quote:
Originally posted by mauser93:
I just came back to this thread. On reflection, I believe that I should say something positive about the .460 Roy, so that I will not be told, again, that I am being "silly."

Ok. Here goes: The .460 WBY is a less hideous and less useless round than the .378 WBY.

There ya' go. I feel much better now: not silly.

I'm considering a long range rifle on a Lawton action in 378 Weatherby. Brass is more available than 375 Cheytac....

29 July 2010, 13:11

ovny

quote:
Originally posted by akalinin:
quote:
Originally posted by ovny:
quote:
Originally posted by jro45:
quote:
Originally posted by ovny:
I have a 458 Lott, is well below the cartridge of Lott the powerful 460 Weatherby?, I guess so. I am thinking of selling my 550 Safari Magnum Ceska and opt for a 460 Weatherby selling a friend. He sells it does not support the kick. What do you suggest I use?

Regards,

Oscar.

Well have you thought about a 505 gibbs. That rifle can kill any animal anyware. The Lott can also but not as fast.

The 505 Gibbs and 500 Jeffery (both I like) are prohibited in Spain, being considered as of war.

Oscar.

What war was a 505 or 500 Jeff used in? Or is it a .50 caliber thing?

Hello, the prohibition is based on the diameter of the projectile and the type of sheath that have both cartridges (rimmles), yet 500 NE if you can hold and use. Spain is different.

Best regards,

Oscar.