Originally Posted by pinotguy
I have been considering a 416 Ruger for a while now, as well. How about going with a Howa 1500 (24" barrel model) chambered in 375 Ruger and having Clearwater rebore, neck, and throat to the .416 caliber? This would keep costs and time down and allow me to go with a "standard" after-market Howa stock.


Better yet, why not find a 'donor' M70 magnum (7mm, 300 Win, etc) and rebarrel it to .416 Ruger? Benefits are a true CRF action, and plenty of choice in aftermarket stocks.

The above is the route I took for both my .375 Ruger and .416 Ruger.

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