Some people consider a 30 with heavy bullets as the start of the medium bore range. With the 200 grain bullets I would say it comes close. I had always wanted a 358 NM but now owning a .375 I don't feel the want so much.

The 358 would be the ultimate N American medium but with the cartridge restrictions in Africa the 375 is more versatile. Still if you want an Elk,Bear,Moose thumper with few pears do it.

Barrel setback shouldn't be a problem but will require glassing in the barrel channel gap and re-bedding the shank.

Check the price as the re-bore is reasonable but with barrel set back too it will come close to the cost of a new custom barrel job. Also I wouldn't want to go much shorter than 21" or so with any medium magnum. Unless it is a dedicated for heavy cover only use I would be happier with 23" or more barrel length.


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