Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Express Rifles and Big Bores Only .416's vs. 458's

The 458 surely has the better stopping power at the shorter ranges. But what the 416 does that a 458 cannot do quite as well, is offer better longer ranged, flatter shooting versatility for non dangerous plains game.

But as with anything and everything, there are compromises. Being just about right in the middle caliber wise, the 416 offers some of what the 375s can do and a little of what the 458s can do.

Can`t have everything perfectly suited to ALL needs and wishes wrapped up in one cartridge. That`s usually why compromising is done.

For plains game and DG too, the 416 is an excellent compromise between a 375 and a 458.