I called Loon Lake precision yesterday and found out they will make the 460 G&A to the original specs. I should receive it in the next 3-4 months.

Unfortunately I was told that due to the reamer dimensions they can’t make it as a pull through. I’ll need to get a set of headspace gauges next.

Planning to test a couple of magazine followers I have in the M-70 action I’m planning to use. Been looking at a few barrels in 458 Win Mag as a starting point to rechamber. I’ll need to see if I can get one without the cartridge stamp.

Next step is to run a 404 Basic case through a backed out 404 J full length die and expand the neck to 458 in the 450 Rigby die. Need to get an idea of seating depth with the 450 & 500 grain CEB BBW #13s to keep COAL at 3.6” max.

Starting to be an interesting project.


Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it Almighty God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty of give me death! P. Henry

Deus vult!

Rhodesians all now