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I know this has been beaten to death. Really wanting another 375 but i can't seem to find anything in and H&H that has CRF that doesn't weigh 10 lbs. I want one with backup sights and be around 8 pounds. I'd love to have an old Model 70 Classic or classic stainless, but they are hard to find. I really like the Hawkeye african, but still kinda leary of the 375 ruger and ammo. I don't reload as of yet, but working on it.

My main question is, has anyone heard whether any other ammo manufacturers are talking of picking it up? Everywhere i check is real low or out of all the hornady rounds. Figured if i get to go to africa in the next few years, i could take the ruger and my no 1 in H&H just in case something gets lost in the trip.

I want a new rifle, but just kinda doubting what i need. I just wish they would make the african in an H&H and that would make it soooo much easier.

You've looked at Kimber in .375 H&H?

Or the new Win 70? Not sure what they weigh, but the Kimber feels pretty light.

Guy

not sure whether i can afford the kimber, but i do like the winchesters. They are made about 45 minutes from my house.

Get a .375 H&H if you can.

I'm pretty sure Double Tap makes 375 Ruger ammo.
http://www.doubletapammo.com/php/catalog/index.php?cPath=21_99

Custom Cartirdge Inc.
http://customcartridge.com/order/list.php?gval%5BProdCaliber%5D=375+Ruger&gval%5BProdUseGeneral%5D=Hunting&pricing=&action=Search

KC Precision
http://kcprecisionballistics.com/375rubax.html

Several options available. And it's gonna get better. Good luck finding a 8lb. H&H off the shelf.

Double Tap is producing loaded ammo in the Ruger as well.
http://www.doubletapammo.com/php/catalog/index.php?cPath=21_99

I have not used it. I went with the Ruger as it was the only stainless, left hand, short barreled bolt I could find/that exists. I am happy with it in all ways so far. With 270 grain factory loads it shot a five shot 5/8th inch group at 100 yards. Plus the rifle cost 1/3 the price of any other left handed 375 bolt gun.

Edit:sorry X2mos didn't see your reply

i knew double tap made it, didn't know the other two. Might be the wway to go. I've not read anything bad about em except for ammo availability. Might make a great all around rifle, especially if i start reloading.

I handload for my 375 Ruger, easy to get good results. Perhaps you could get help from an experienced friend?
If you are going to RSA they only allow one gun of a given caliber, regardless of cartridge, ie: no 44mag with a 444, no 375 HH with a 375 Ruger,

.375 Dakota?

Now there is a round you can find at Gert and Izzy's Gas & Grub in Snake Navel ID on a Sunday night.

Ok Swampy The Horse&Horse action is better than what? Comback son

I admit that most 375 H&H's are heavier than they need to be....that said,at least one member here had his M70 Classic barrel turned down....another had it fluted.Both methods cut weight considerably....

OR, you can build a 375H&H....you will get a rifle just as light as any 375 Ruger.I know....I have one.

Last Ruger African I weighed(nice rifle!)was 8 pounds naked. Add scope and rings, you're at 9 pounds.Still not bad for a 375 of any type, but a full pound hevaier than my 375H&H.

I like the Ruger 375 real well...great cartridge but not enough more of anything to make me switch over.

Sorry BobinNH more of 416 ger my self. Oh just giving our delta gecko a little crap.kawi

Either the H&H or Ruger are equally effective IMO - I have both and like both. It comes down to fit and handling of the particular rifle, and what you like. I happen to like the Ruger version in the African - it's light, feels right, points very well, and won't break the bank. But I won't trade away my M-70 with a a 25" barrel - the pre-64 in the H&H is the ultimate classical medium bore. They're different but both do the job.

Always a good reason for a new rifle.

I handload my ammo for the hunt so I don't need to buy it at a gas station. YMMV
whelennut

I hope you can get it where you need to use it. Many airlines won't knowingly transport reloads.

Which airlines would those be? I just checked the ones I fly on a regular basis and reloads aren't mentioned anywhere. I also checked with a couple folks who have/are doing Africa and learned the same. Packaging is addressed "securely packed in fiber, wood, plastic or metal boxes and provide separation for cartridges." but nothing about reloads.

George

FWIW,

Since Ruger is to release the African in 9.3x62, my plan is to pick up one of those. My M70 375H&H will go in for a rebore/chamber to 458 Lott. It's weighted about right for that round IMHO. Combining the 9.3x62 with my 416 Rigby or the 458 Lott will give me a nice combo for anything across the globe with the 9.3 capable of backing up the other two in a pinch.

David

Most say in original unopened boxes.

So which ones are "most" as I checked several?

George