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I’m trying to find an affordable LH rifle suitable for an upcoming Cape Buffalo Soirée.

Any recommendations are appreciated.

Thanks in advance


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I have two LH Win 70 big bores. One is a 458 Lott and the other is a 375 H&H. I hunted with the 375 in Africa but it probably only about 60-70 rounds through it. The 458 was supposed to be for a Cape Buffalo hunt, but I ended up taking my buff with a different 375. The 458 has about 16-18 rounds through it. They are both in very good shape. I have thought of selling one or both but I just have not tried to do it.

Call me at 520-904-4322 if you have any interest. I really have not even thought of a price yet.

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For the around $1k price point my suggestion would be to find a lh Ruger 77 in .375 Ruger, either their Alaskan or African model. If you can find a lh M70 .375 for under $2k you’d be lucky.


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Thanks, & appreciate that advice.

I have loved my ruger rifles over the years, until they changed to the Hawkeye’s and cut back on the quality of wood. Then, I tried the Ruger African. I couldn’t have been more dissapointed in the fit, finish and just general all around workmanship that was lacking in that rifle. It really soured me on Ruger. Maybe I owe them another shot, but… not for this trip.

Again, Thanks for the offered advice. I appreciate it.


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Thanks Dean. I’ll take that 458 Lott.
Let me know when you get back and we’ll work out the details.


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Saw where the lh 70 in .458 listed here a few weeks ago for 2 grand brought $2,600+ on GunBroker.

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I saw that as well. Thank you.


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There are 2 Left hand Model 70 safari express guns in .375 H&H listed on GunBroker. Listed by same seller and ads show 2 different serial numbers. Search " left hand model 70" and you should find them.

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Here's a nice one in 416 Rem. These were made by the Winchester Custom Shop and were nice rifles. I had one in 375H&H and foolishly sold it. The letter says "Right Hand Action" which is a typo, my letter said the same thing.

Sellers a bit proud of it but it's a rare gun.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1042149422

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I saw that .416 the other night while perusing GB. It kept we awake half the night.

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Originally Posted by scottf270
There are 2 Left hand Model 70 safari express guns in .375 H&H listed on GunBroker. Listed by same seller and ads show 2 different serial numbers. Search " left hand model 70" and you should find them.
3; in fact.

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There are 2 Left hand Model 70 safari express guns in .375 H&H listed on GunBroker. Listed by same seller and ads show 2 different serial numbers. Search " left hand model 70" and you should find them.
3; in fact.

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Very proud of that one for sure.


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Originally Posted by scottf270
There are 2 Left hand Model 70 safari express guns in .375 H&H listed on GunBroker. Listed by same seller and ads show 2 different serial numbers. Search " left hand model 70" and you should find them.

I saw that. Thanks for the heads up.


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In my humble opinion, the seller of those rifles made a mistake listing them all at the same time. It will reduce bid competition and possibly result in lower selling price.

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Originally Posted by 470Evans
Here's a nice one in 416 Rem. These were made by the Winchester Custom Shop and were nice rifles. I had one in 375H&H and foolishly sold it. The letter says "Right Hand Action" which is a typo, my letter said the same thing.

Sellers a bit proud of it but it's a rare gun.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1042149422
I actually went and looked at that rifle in person back in December. It is a beautiful firearm. I made an offer that I thought was fair and no dice so I moved on.

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I have the LH Alaskan in 375 Ruger

It’s not pretty

But shoots 250 grain hornadys into the same hole

I’ve taken pigs and bears

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I still regret not grabbing one of those from CDNN on closeout.


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