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I was wondering if anyone with a new BLR was reloading this round hotter than factory speed? I use a guide gun in bear country but would like the clip on the blr. Just curious if it can be sped up with 400gr Barnes etc? I am having trouble finding good penetrators up here for the 45/70. Barnes are available. WOODY Everyone is allowed an opinion, even if its wrong. | ||
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The 450 Marlin can be loaded in the BLR to the level of a 45-70 in a Ruger #1. That would yield about 2100 fps with a 400 grain bullet from a 24" barrel. The 450 Marlin is very similar to the .458"x2" American. You learn something new everyday whether you want to or not. | |||
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I have seen several BLR's that started out as a magnum version and were rebarreled in .458WM. To my mind, a much better option than a 450 Marlin in bear land! | |||
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Them bears must be wearing kevlar and a hard plate!! The year of the .30-06!! 100 years of mostly flawless performance on demand.....Celebrate...buy a new one!! | |||
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Buckeyeshooter, do you know any of the gunsmiths that did this conversion, or their address or website? This would make a good African, dangerous game rifle if the buttstock & your shoulder can take it. | |||
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