I used the CR at the range and the ported in the field.
Your doing it backwards. CR in the field saves your ears, ported on the bench saves your shoulder.
Exactly. That is what I will do, myself.
I bought a LH 70 Classic .375 H&H LNIB with non-BOSS custom muzzle brake and replaceable thread protector for a great price. It might possibly sell for less some day than one without, but I would never change it.
My hunting buddy who owned a high-end gun store taught me that unaltered weapons, including those with custom shop features, retain value best. I fiddled around with custom rifles for a while before I learned to believe him. Sure, those shoot fine, but in terms of value, there is a big difference unless you have an Echols or Wells, say.
