I know where a Remington M700 Classic in 375 H&H is for about $425. How is this piece in real life. Anyone with any experience. I know everyone is a Mauser or M70 fan but I'm wondering if this piece will do? Thanks,

Guy,

I have owned 2 of them. For me the kick moved into the head jolting area as they are light.

Mine were also more load critical and undoubtedly that was due to the light barrel.

But if you want a light 375 and at the right price, they are much lighter than the Model 70s.

Mike

The 700 Classic is light, ~8 lbs with scope, sling and ammo. It can be jolting off of the bench, but they are accurate. The finish was some what of a matte, the wood stock is nicer than most (mine is one of the first 100 made). Concerns for me are the standard bedding and how it will hold up to shooting real loads. Mine puts 270 grain Hornadys into about .75" at 100 yards and mounts quickly to shoulder. I'd buy another one at $425 or so. Scope is a 1.75x6 Leupold Matte. All in all a nice rifle--and Sierra 200 Grain FPs with reduced loads are real sandbaggers at the range.

[This message has been edited by Fish Springs (edited 12-17-2001).]

Now that is a concern as I do have an aggravated shoulder from weight lifting. My last 375 was a Kimber M89 so maybe a M70 is a better match for me?

I've got one of the Model 700 Classics in 375 and I couldn't be happier with it. I've drug it to Africa several times and have used it quite a bit here in America. Like others stated above, it's light and it kicks a little more than some other rifles, but if you walk lots of miles like I do for elk every season, the lack of weight makes up for the recoil. Buy the rifle, you won't be disappointed.

Mac

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