Belgmart, I know the .375 is sort of foreign. But I am pretty sure the English guy that invented it ended up in Texas. That 9.3 is so....metric and I took quite a few beatings from nuns during the '70's over the metric system. I do know that I can walk into many feed stores in Texas and buy .375 ammunition. Actually, that gives me an idea.

For you guys that don't live in Texas, what are the commonly availaible calibers in your area? I'm mostly interested in US and huntable Africa like RSA, Namibia, Botswana, etc.

The preliminary work with the .375 Ruger #1 is progressing well. I have put about 600 rounds down range through it and I have decided that much of my recoil tolerance problem is related to stock design. I think now that an iron sighted .375 at 9lbs. that actuallly fits me is a doable rifle.

Thanks for any input,
Sharps