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14 June 2011, 02:01
rnb
new custom double rifle build
I am going to have Bailey Bradshaw build me one of his new double rifle I am looking for help in picking a caliber, any ideas from the group it must be rimmed and factory ammunition must be loaded in the USA, I want the gun for a all around hunting and I hope to be able to take it hunting in Africa for plains game at least. Thanks RNB
14 June 2011, 02:48
Von Gruff
303 British. This would be a top choice for what you need.

9.3x74 would be a second choice.


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14 June 2011, 03:19
mauser93
The Browning Custom Shop has offerred both O/U and SxS doubles in 30.06 for dog years. They are lovely. Built, I think, by LeBeau-Courally. If they can do it, so can your 'smith.

Good hunting!
14 June 2011, 03:26
Nemo .450
.30-30 Win. or 9.3x74R would be my first 2 choices.

However, I think either the .308 Marlin Express or .338 Marlin Express rounds would be interesting.


I would post question this in the Double Rifle section.


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14 June 2011, 19:27
loud-n-boomer
Another option is the .30-40 Krag. Loaded with 200 or 220-grain bullets it is reasonable for any North american game and most Africn game. It also has the advantage of a lot of reloading data, and a great selection of factory-available ammo loaded with bullets from 150 grains up to 220 grains.


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14 June 2011, 23:42
terry buffum
.405 would be another possibility; .30-40 a strong possibility, too.
15 June 2011, 03:44
Cross L
I visited Bailey at his shop Sunday-WOW.

You can let your imagination run wild- he can build it. I will tell you he is a big fan of the 303.

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15 June 2011, 18:39
DuaneinND
300 H&H, the belt is there for a double rifle.
17 June 2011, 19:36
AK_Stick
surely you jest.


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18 June 2011, 04:20
jeffeosso
45LC


opinions vary band of bubbas and STC hunting Club

Information on Ammoguide about
the416AR, 458AR, 470AR, 500AR
What is an AR round? Case Drawings 416-458-470AR and 500AR.
476AR,
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18 June 2011, 04:20
jeffeosso
quote:
Originally posted by DuaneinND:
300 H&H, the belt is there for a double rifle.

you are kidding, right?


opinions vary band of bubbas and STC hunting Club

Information on Ammoguide about
the416AR, 458AR, 470AR, 500AR
What is an AR round? Case Drawings 416-458-470AR and 500AR.
476AR,
http://www.weaponsmith.com
18 June 2011, 05:11
Cross L
45-70

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19 June 2011, 06:29
ColoradoMatt
Another vote for 9.3x74.


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