There is actually an article in the same magazine Hoppdoc mentioned in his post where Boddington suggested the 404 as the best in relation to ME, felt recoil, etc..

Having said that--I am and have always been a huge .416 Remington fan--custom or otherwise..I realize they all have their advantages, but really don't see were you can go wrong wit that caliber..have several..including the expensive custom..and yes, it is a .416 Remington..

Another side note, while at SCI this year, visited several prominent custom gun makers...two in particular had custom african guns at their booth..both were in the .416 caliber..as well..while talking with them..I was told the 416 Rem caliber is one of the most popular requested..

Ripp