475Guy

A person with an interest and patience can find a nice big bore Brit rifle in a suitable (40 Cal and over) for less than US$10000. Some calbers bring a premium, as the 470, and will cost more. That does not mean they are better, only more popular. A 450 3.25 or a 450#2 can be had, today, for US$12000. Not much more than a new inexpensive one and certanly worth more after the purchase.

Thomas

Don't get me wrong as I love my 9.3. It is all the things you say in a light recoiling and very handy Doble. I have shot over 100 animals in Africa with it and 20-25 in North America. That said there is no way that a 285 grain bullet at 2300fps is as hard hitting as a 300 grain bullet at 2600fps in the 375 H&H. Even the 375FM goes at 2400fps. Better than the 9.3.

As to it being adequate, I agree. Adequate, just not optimal.

Given the choice I would rather use a 400 or larger. But not given the choice I would be perfectly content to use my 9.3 and not give it a second thought.

As for the 40 caliber alternative there has been one for along time. The 400 Jeffery or the 450/400 3.25. If you want more snot and higher pressure you can go to the Krieghoff.