Thanks guys. It was enjoyable, and ending up with the rifle exactly as I want it is just stellar. Recoil is there for sure.By the end of the range session it was evident these loads aren't for plinking. The idea for this rifle is something that will get carried alot and do double duty for deer hunting and bear defense. It's great for one handed carry at the balance point and I'm confident the .444 with good bullets will be up to the task on a bear.
Before long it will get sent off to be hard chromed. After that and finalizing load development we'll be all set.
