Here is one of the newer Ruger African rifles ( this one is a .416) compared with a 1907 vintage Jeffery 404. They are more similar than not and weigh within ounces of each other. The Jeffery weighs 8 lp 8 oz and the Ruger 8 lp 4 oz. Balance and handling are almost identical.

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Phil Shoemaker
Alaska Master Guide,
Alaska Hunter Ed Instructor
FAA Master pilot
www.grizzlyskinsofalaska.com

Anyone who claims the 30-06 is not effective has either not used one, or else is unwittingly commenting on their marksmanship.