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I just wanted a little imput of the two rounds ,the Rigby and Win Mag. Some PH's I' ve talked to ,thier colons tighten when you mention the 458 win mag. I can only under stand this for two reasons , one the hunter is uncomfortable with the round and can't shoot it well and some of the factory fodder is now being loaded under 2000 fps. If you notice Win and Rem have IMHO playing game with some of the traditional rounds to promote thier own short mags. I can remember factory velocities of the 458 win used to be in the 2050 -2100 range ,now it 's being loaded down making it little more than a 45-70. Seems alot of makers are trying to tout the 458 lott right now.
I personally don't believe weight or availability is a concern. For what might possibly my only trip to Africa and costing in the $ 30G area even if an airline wanted $500 for bring the extra rifle ,in the scheme of things what's that. As far as availability I'd make doubley sure to have want I want where I want it even if I have to Fed Ex it directly to outfitter in advance. Did you ever try to find a specific Weatherby round? Now that's a trick. I went on a trip out west once and grabbed a box of ammo out of the safe for my 300 WBY only to find in Jackson Wy. I had grabbed a box with only two rounds and the other 18 just empty brass. Needless to say 180gr Nos Part in 300 WBY couldn't be had.
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