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I remember a discussion by the x-spurts like ol'Ray, how the .450/400 was a dead set DG killer, and it is respectable of course. And in another thread how the .416 Chatfield-Taylor was under powered ... when I pointed out the two threads and comments in both and the two cartridges had very similar ballistics, no doubt I made lots of "net-spurt" friends again.

I believe some Aussies have used the 10.75x68 in the Top End for respectable results.

I think the main issue with the cartridge is whether the projectile is soft, as the old ammo bullet was and gave it a bad reputation. A reasonably constructed 347 gr RNSP and FMJ should function well enough in theory. I would {i]think the Woodleoghs are constructed for water buffalo? Yes or no?

A 9.3x74R with 286 gr bullets with such a bullet as the Woodleigh Weldcore functions adequately on water buffalo. So in theory I can't see why a 10.75x68 with a 347 gr projectile at reasonable velocity say 2100 plus fps wouldn't perform as well, if the bullet is made well enough to open but not too soft was well.

Never used a 10.75x68 so just theoretical comments.

One day I will shoot some 347 grainers in my .404 and see how they perform. The Woodleighs have a slightly different calibre diameter but can't see that is an issue except perhaps accuracy? In theory should be too soft at a 404's higher velocity. Shouldn't be an issue say on feral pigs or other medium game.

PS Thanks for your comments on your experience with the catridge actually hunting with it.

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John aka NitroX

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Edited by NitroX (09/04/21 04:05 PM)

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