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Rule303
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Re: Maybe not [Re: NitroX]
      #350100 - 06/02/21 10:08 PM

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Thank God they did not chamber it for the 6.5 mm Creedmoor!




I truly shuddered at that thought.

Looking at the picks of the new Rigby some other lines might help explain why some might not like the look. The knox form is longer-understandable- and the tapper from the knox form is far more gentle then on other Highland Stalkers.

On reflection my dislike for it is due to the fact it is a Rigby without the Rigby classic lines, except for the short fore end. I believe the cartridge choice is OK and probably the best in a commercial sense.....maybe. I would think those who are going to fork out over $10,000AUD would probably be more inclined to pay for a more classic cartridge.

What ever my likes/dislikes I hope this is a success for Rigby.


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Re: Maybe not [Re: NitroX]
      #350125 - 07/02/21 05:18 PM

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The Rigby Highland Stalker rifle






http://forums.nitroexpress.com/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=326332&page=0&fpart=1&vc=1

OK I can see why the comments about some people still liking the old stock design. If it is not too low for scope use, looks nice and balances a long slim barrel with a shortish forend.

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Re: Maybe not [Re: NitroX]
      #350126 - 07/02/21 05:23 PM

BTW the Corbett rifle barrel looks a lot longer than the other 1900's original at the top.

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Re: Maybe not [Re: NitroX]
      #350156 - 08/02/21 08:53 AM

I think it's the sloping butt plate AND the bag grip I detest.
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That's rather strong. No, not detest, but rather dislike on a 'modern' rifle.
If the bag was larger (swelled), it would be somewhat better, imho.


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Re: Maybe not [Re: DarylS]
      #350206 - 10/02/21 12:23 AM

"BTW the Corbett rifle barrel looks a lot longer than the other 1900's original at the top."

The Corbett rifle barrel is 25". Mine is the same.


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Re: Maybe not [Re: degoins]
      #350207 - 10/02/21 12:25 AM

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"BTW the Corbett rifle barrel looks a lot longer than the other 1900's original at the top."

The Corbett rifle barrel is 25". Mine is the same.




That is what the new Rigby "magnum" rifle should look like. With that sort of barrel profile. IMO.




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Re: Maybe not [Re: NitroX]
      #350213 - 10/02/21 02:49 AM

"That is what the new Rigby "magnum" rifle should look like. With that sort of barrel profile. IMO."

Agreed. That thing just doesn't look right to me. And at that insane price.....no thanks!


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Re: Maybe not [Re: degoins]
      #350247 - 10/02/21 03:19 PM

Saying it again. The barrel would look far better with sights on it. And perhaps a taper or slimmer profile. Putting it against the older rifle(s)_, one Corbett's, the other a new Rigby copy of it. The barrel on the new one might not be that thick after all? But I think a different barrel profile might be nicer. Have said that three or four time now, so should stop.

Putting these rifles up against each in similar sizes, and somewhat similar imagery, the angles and lighting are different. The newer rifle is not bad, and is more modern in appearance and shape. And will no doubt appeal to some buyers, probably a lot of well heeled new buyers.

The older rifle does have an appearance and shape and style more attractive to me. As it does with most members here.

The old patina etc of the old rifle, or the replica, is not necessary, the shape of the stock, sights, and barrel does look nicer. Stock finishes? No one buys a NEW rifle with a worn stock finish. Making one of those old rifles with new blue and new stock finish, oil rub etc, they might look a bit different as well.

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Edited by NitroX (10/02/21 03:44 PM)


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