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Re: Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price?
      21/04/07 03:44 PM

Doc,

There are a lot more guys here better qualified to make comparisons that I am.

With that said, you will find differences of opinions even among Best rifle owners. Some guys love Westley Richards. Others do not think they fit as well.

From what I have seen and my own experience, the fit and feel is pretty subjective, especially when you get into the higher quality rifles.

I happen to like WR's. They fit me well, and the balance and feel is good for me. I have yet to shoot an H&H, but handling one or two at gun shows it is one nice rifle!

I took a very long time deciding on a double to buy. The prices as you know can set you back from just under $10K to $200K or more.

I should also point out that caliber selection makes a difference. Some makers as Big5Jack can attest use a bigger caliber action and frame for the smaller calibers. You end up with more weight than you need. It is easier to stick with a set design than to come up with a new design that has the right balance and weight.

My own conclusion after handling a lot of rifles was to go with the rifle that fit and felt best to me. I was not concerned about engraving, but a nice piece of wood was important.

I think the Heym feels and balances pretty close to a WR. To some guys that may sound out there, but that was and is my personal view. Maybe if I had the chance to hunt and shoot with a best rifle more, I would be able to tell a big difference. But at this point I cannot tell much of one.

There is a DRSS shoot coming up in June and I think that space is still available. The big benefit there, other than slaying wild boar, is that you will get to shoot and handle a few english doubles in addition to Heym, Searcy, Merkel, Chapuis and maybe a Kreighoff and Blaser. Since the "feel" is relatively subjective, you can handle and shoot a nice mix of different doubles. If you are interested, let me know.

The other option is to get to one of the bigger shows like the DSC or SCI. You will be able to handle most everything there to get an idea of what you think is best for you.

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* Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price? bradhe 17/04/07 01:39 PM
. * * Re: Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price? BigFiveJack   18/04/07 12:25 AM
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. * * Re: Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price? 500grains   18/04/07 06:15 AM
. * * Re: Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price? bulldog563   18/04/07 06:47 AM
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. * * Re: Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price? bulldog563   19/04/07 10:54 AM
. * * Re: Marcel Thys 470 Fair Price? dnovo   19/04/07 10:44 PM
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