CptCurl
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| 18/04/13 04:24 AM |
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Re: Which 450-400?
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Curl,
That Greener is a late gun for a 3-1/4"
I wonder if there is a good reason to choose the longer chambering that I am overlooking. Other than the fact that Greener often dismissed innovations from other makers in those days.
Huvius,
I dunno! I agree it is late for a 3.25" gun, and I agree with your analysis as why the Jeffery round has been preferred. Sources I have read state that Jeffery did not like the practice of "upgrading" old BPE rounds to full nitro loadings; and thus, he modified the .450/.400 to his thick rim and 3" case.
The Greener is on its way to Virginia. I'm glad it is chambered 3.25" because I have two other rifles of that chamber and all necessary loading equipment and components. I'll be interested to learn what groove diameter it sports. The fact is, I've never owned a rifle chambered for the 3" round, though it probably will happen before I go to my great reward.
So, what .450/.400 are you sniffing around?
It's a hell of a hobby we pursue!
Curl