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AHR Upgrade on a 375 Ruger African- UPDATE with final product pictures
17 April 2010, 09:27
Ezra4570AHR Upgrade on a 375 Ruger African- UPDATE with final product pictures
Wayne and I hatched an idea to do an "upgrade" on a Ruger African in 375, like they do the upgrades for CZ rifles! It is well underway with a new stock, quarter rib etc... As soon as I get some pictures I will post them. This is really cool for the Ruger lovers out there!
17 April 2010, 18:39
JudgeGCan't wait to see it!
I have a couple of Rugers. I have never been very happy with the size of the safety (MKII) in that it is very small and when you are in a hurry, it can be difficult to operate. I've actually torn my thumb nail on it a couple of times. (For a non-DG rifle, it is just fine, btw). The Winchester wing seems to be much more user friendly. JMHO.
Does AHR have a solution for that? I'd love to get mine converted to a bigger and easier "wing".
JudgeG ... just counting time 'til I am again finding balm in Gilead chilled out somewhere in the Selous.
18 April 2010, 00:43
465H&Hquote:
Originally posted by JudgeG:
Can't wait to see it!
I have a couple of Rugers. I have never been very happy with the size of the safety (MKII) in that it is very small and when you are in a hurry, it can be difficult to operate. I've actually torn my thumb nail on it a couple of times. (For a non-DG rifle, it is just fine, btw). The Winchester wing seems to be much more user friendly. JMHO.
Does AHR have a solution for that? I'd love to get mine converted to a bigger and easier "wing".
+1
465H&H
19 April 2010, 04:25
Bill CGood to hear!
This thread might provide some further inspiration:
http://forums.accuratereloadin...11043/m/6121036921?r19 April 2010, 08:52
31/2MakesmelaughThis is a brilliant idea...I think the Ruger African has a lot of potential. Will the work involve straightening the bolt as well?
"Archery enshrines the principles of human relationships. The Archer perfects his form within himself. If his form is perfect, yet when he releases he misses, there is no point in resenting those who have done better than him. The fault lies nowhere."(Confucious)
19 April 2010, 17:05
Ezra4570I think at this point the bolt will be left as a factory original.
13 May 2010, 04:59
Ezra4570Here are some pictures of the stock. Not checkered yet, but a whole lot nicer than what Ruger puts on them.
13 May 2010, 05:27
Rob HaughtI agree that the African is a great place to start. Its 90% there. They upgraded this year to a barrel band swivel which gave it the look of a safari rifle. Now if they would just add a quarter rib.....
However thats what keeps the price point down below the RSM's. Id love to see that rifle in 9.3x62. My current project is putting an Alaskan into an HS Precision stock for a compact rifle. I cant live with the Hogue stock but like the compact size.
Im off to South Africa in July and will be taking my African back for its second trip.
Rob
13 May 2010, 07:53
Ezra4570Sorry the pics posted so small. I will post larger pictures once AHR is finished checkering
13 May 2010, 08:36
archer_375Nice! I may very well be interested. Are we talking same price point as the CZ upgrade? PM me when this project is ready to roll...
13 May 2010, 09:42
MopaneMikeBoy, just put a larger magazine in her and I'd be real happy.. I know it's just me but I feel better with at least a 4+1
My Sako Safari and 458 Lott are 5+1 I feel like I'm going in after-em with practically a assault rifle
MopaneMike
13 May 2010, 09:44
MopaneMikequote:
Originally posted by Rob Haught:
I agree that the African is a great place to start. Its 90% there. They upgraded this year to a barrel band swivel which gave it the look of a safari rifle. Now if they would just add a quarter rib.....
However thats what keeps the price point down below the RSM's. Id love to see that rifle in 9.3x62. My current project is putting an Alaskan into an HS Precision stock for a compact rifle. I cant live with the Hogue stock but like the compact size.
Im off to South Africa in July and will be taking my African back for its second trip.
Rob
Rob,
I put my Alaskan in a take-off African stock.. Very handy indeed..You might wanna give that a whirl..
MopaneMike
15 May 2010, 17:30
mauser93WHOA!!!!
A thread about powerful Rugers, and no whining about the cast receiver? Goodness. Is it possible that enlightenment has taken a foothold here on AR?
27 May 2010, 06:19
archer_375AR just cost me some $$$...I boxed up my Ruger Hawkeye African 375 Ruger today and sent it to AHR. Can't wait to get the "new" rifle back.
27 May 2010, 08:01
Ezra4570As soon as I get more pictures I will post them! I hope I can figure out how to make them larger this time!
23 June 2010, 20:58
NorthGaAireUpdates with pictures??
NorthGaAire
07 July 2010, 05:18
Ezra4570Here is a picture of my metal work that goes to finishing tomorrow!!
07 July 2010, 07:04
CCMDocLooks great! Very impressive job on that quarter rib.
Though the pictures are small,the stock looks beautiful. Is that Wayne in the hip-hugger jeans and green windbreaker? Looking mighty svelte there, Wayne.
NRA Lifer; DSC Lifer; SCI member; DRSS; AR member since November 9 2003
Don't Save the best for last, the smile for later or the "Thanks" for tomorow
07 July 2010, 07:19
jeffeossovery nice .. looks like the rib matches the bridges, yeah?
07 July 2010, 18:35
Ezra4570quote:
Originally posted by CCMDoc:
Looks great! Very impressive job on that quarter rib.
Though the pictures are small,the stock looks beautiful. Is that Wayne in the hip-hugger jeans and green windbreaker? Looking mighty svelte there, Wayne.
I am not sure if it is Wayne but I will try to post larger pictures so we can get to the bottom of this!
07 July 2010, 19:28
Idaho SharpshooterHa!
That's Wayne's lovely wife Cindy! I recognized the jacket.
Rich
DRSS
08 July 2010, 02:56
CCMDocquote:
Originally posted by Idaho Sharpshooter:
Ha!
That's Wayne's lovely wife Cindy! I recognized the jacket.
Rich
DRSS
I guess the flower pattern on the blouse was a dead givaway
Wayne, his family and his company are the best
NRA Lifer; DSC Lifer; SCI member; DRSS; AR member since November 9 2003
Don't Save the best for last, the smile for later or the "Thanks" for tomorow
08 July 2010, 07:23
BitterrootOK, my ears were burning. So, you found out what I wear under my shop apron. The secret's out I guess.
08 July 2010, 08:19
Ezra4570
Here is a larger picture of the stock for the new Ruger!
08 July 2010, 14:40
cmfic1Wow, cant wait to see the finished project.
Way to go BTW....Ezra & Wayne, you may have just cost me more money too
Hey Wayne, wheres the pics your sending me of the 500AHR?
Rod
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"A hunter should not choose the cal, cartridge, and bullet that will kill an animal when everything is right; rather, he should choose ones that will kill the most efficiently when everything goes wrong"
Bob Hagel
08 July 2010, 20:26
CCMDocquote:
Originally posted by Bitterroot:
OK, my ears were burning. So, you found out what I wear under my shop apron. The secret's out I guess.
Good thing the folk here on AR are so open minded and non judgemental!
NRA Lifer; DSC Lifer; SCI member; DRSS; AR member since November 9 2003
Don't Save the best for last, the smile for later or the "Thanks" for tomorow
08 July 2010, 20:28
CCMDocquote:
Originally posted by cmfic1:
Wow, cant wait to see the finished project.
Way to go BTW....Ezra & Wayne, you may have just cost me more money too
Hey Wayne, wheres the pics your sending me of the 500AHR?
Wayne is always costing me more money - but I've never been disappointed!
NRA Lifer; DSC Lifer; SCI member; DRSS; AR member since November 9 2003
Don't Save the best for last, the smile for later or the "Thanks" for tomorow
08 July 2010, 21:17
cmfic1He did a MRC Lott for me
Hes gonna do a 404 J for me
And if he ever sends me pics of this mythical 500AHR, he might cost me more $$ while ensuring marital drama in my life
Rod
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"A hunter should not choose the cal, cartridge, and bullet that will kill an animal when everything is right; rather, he should choose ones that will kill the most efficiently when everything goes wrong"
Bob Hagel
13 July 2010, 00:26
NorthGaAireEzra,
Nice.
Wayne - good work man.
NorthGaAire
That's a pretty piece of wood!
14 July 2010, 18:47
Ezra4570
I just got these pics yesterday from Wayne!
14 July 2010, 20:07
Idaho SharpshooterWayne comes thru again. See, you can make a silk purse out of a sow's ear!!
The man just does impeccable work.
HM Pope once told someone who asked "what is the secret to a Pope barrel": (paraphrase) there is no secret to my work. You just have to know how to do quality work. And, be willing to do it every time.
Wayne is there. I am most proud of the fact that he calls me his friend.
Rich
DRSS
14 July 2010, 21:17
Ezra4570This is a great option for somone who doesn't have big bucks to lay out but wants something nicer than factory. It is being regulated today.
14 July 2010, 21:26
BigBulletReally beautiful rifle, it turned out great!
15 July 2010, 00:44
Rick RWow! Custom rifles like that could give Ruger a good name.
15 July 2010, 06:22
SevensThat's a great looking rifle!
I recognize those pegs...
15 July 2010, 13:45
boom stickNow you have to shoot it with your pinky extended
Quarter rib makes it look so classy. It looks lively and trim.
15 July 2010, 22:00
degoinsMan, that is NICE!!!
DRSS
16 July 2010, 02:28
Von GruffIs it just me or does anyone else think the Ruger bolt handle could have a little less radical bend to it, but that aside that is one very nice rifle.
Von Gruff.