| DarylS |
| (.700 member) |
| 21/02/08 10:14 PM |
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Re: 375 H&H vs. 9.3x62
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If recoil is a consideration, I think this is an easy answer. Go with the 9.3X62. I have two 62s and have owned four 375s (still own one) - my two favorite calibers. My Heym 62 weighs 8lbs ready to go and recoil is noticeably less than any of my 375s. My experience would indicate little difference in performance on game between the 286gr 9.3 and the 300gr 375.
; This was the late, Fin Aagard's findings as well.
: As to the 35 Whelen - with top-end loads with good powder, it is superior to many of the 'favourite' small-mediums in around .33 cal. 2,600fps with 250's and 2,300fps with 300's is pretty good stuff, if good bullets are used for the purpose. I suspect perhaps Woodleigh might have some good answers for the .358's. That Whelen pretty much matches the .350 Rigby magnum, doesn't it. Of course, the smaller the bore and higher the speeds, the requirement for better and better projectiles becomes more necessary. Today, there are good, premium quality projectiles in about every calibre.