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Think I even want one of these!
« on: April 26, 2012, 12:49:58 PM »
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #1 on: April 26, 2012, 12:55:32 PM »
I like it. I like it!
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #2 on: April 26, 2012, 01:01:51 PM »
 ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #3 on: April 26, 2012, 01:03:58 PM »
I have had a 14" Contender (OUCH!) and 21" Contender and still have two Marlins M375's so chambered... IMHO its a EXCELLENT caliber!!

I LOVE a 220G Sierra in front of a compressed load of RL7 powder!!

I too would like one in a handi!!

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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #4 on: April 26, 2012, 01:21:40 PM »
38-55 on steroids.  ;D ;D ;D
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #5 on: April 26, 2012, 01:22:32 PM »
I'll tak.......er....I like it tooo!!!!  ;D

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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #6 on: April 26, 2012, 01:35:29 PM »
Should be quite a thumper I think, finished off at 22 1/4 inches, sure does have a big ole hole down the the thing.  I am betting it is a nice shooter, is used to be a Weatherby.  Larry
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #7 on: April 26, 2012, 04:23:24 PM »
Don't have one yet in the Handi, am seriously thinking of having my 30-30 AI bored out to 38-55 with the .376 bore.  I DO have a Marlin M-375, a Marlin 38-55 CB and a Ruger #3 in 375 as well as my 38-55 Target and a 38-55 Handi barrel.  Yah, I kinda like that caliber. ;)   Let us know how she shoots Larry, bet she's gonna lay em right in there.  DP
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #8 on: April 27, 2012, 03:53:38 AM »
Larry, you don't have to rush.  I can wait till Christmas ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ::) ::) ::)

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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #9 on: April 27, 2012, 10:28:20 AM »
thats one rough job latch surface looks bad uneven. :o
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #10 on: April 27, 2012, 01:36:12 PM »
I have a Contender in .375 Win. w/ 14" barrel.  I used it here in NYS before they allowed rifle hunting.  Contenders, etc. were OK.  I got two deer with it using a Hornady 220 gr. bullet.  Both were straight on shots at about 40 yards in the woods.  The deer was running right at me.  Both times, the deer dropped right there!

I have shot this rig off a bench and was very surprised and pleased with the accuracy.  Yes, it kicks but it's not an unmanageable kick, not an obnoxious kick like  a 44 Magnum.  (Maybe it's just me; I don't like shooting a .44 Mag.)

Anyway, I would love to get a Handi-Rifle in .375 Win.    Does anyone know of any sources of barrels short of coming up with something on my own?

I do think the .375 Win. is an unappreciated and misunderstood cartridge.  I'm into Handis but I wouldn't sell my Contender in .375 Win.
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #11 on: April 27, 2012, 01:59:08 PM »
Check out www.35caliber.com for a fella that does a great job of 38-55's, 356 Win., ect.  Nothing but positive feed back on Jess' work on the Marlin Owners web site.  DP
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #12 on: April 27, 2012, 02:12:54 PM »
Larry, I'll bet that is a light rifle using that Weatherby barrel.  I just stand in awe of your projects that I have followed.  With 10 thumbs and Murphy riding in my shoulder :o , I have learned not to tackle too much.  Was pretty proud of myself for reaming 357 to Max without screwing it up though. 8) ;D   DP
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #13 on: April 28, 2012, 06:54:43 AM »
   Should be a dandy rifle, I have a Marlin .375 Win. and love it, great cast bullet caliber !
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #14 on: April 29, 2012, 10:11:00 AM »
Turned out nice, Larry
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #15 on: April 29, 2012, 10:15:09 AM »
That looks real nice!!

If you ever come up with an extra 6.5x30-30 improved or 7-30 waters, let me know.  ;D ;D
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #16 on: April 29, 2012, 10:38:50 AM »
Nice work as usual Larry!!  ;)

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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #17 on: May 01, 2012, 04:49:05 AM »
 
Yup!  Nice work.
 
 
 
How does it shoot?  (and pics?, please  :) )
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #18 on: May 01, 2012, 05:53:42 AM »
It is in the mail now, so you should see a range report soon, just not from me.  Larry
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #19 on: May 01, 2012, 05:43:58 PM »
Have you started yours yet Larry??? ;D   DP
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #20 on: May 01, 2012, 07:11:34 PM »
I have to go to Sea for a month, could start it when I get home.  Larry
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #21 on: May 02, 2012, 12:55:28 AM »
Happy sailing. Take lots of good pics!
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #22 on: May 02, 2012, 06:32:55 AM »
Larry,
 
Can one of these be rechambered from a 357 max?
 
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #23 on: May 02, 2012, 08:12:46 AM »
Quote from: mechanic on May 02, 2012, 06:32:55 AM
Larry,
 
Can one of these be rechambered from a 357 max?
 
Ben

If so it would need a RE bore as they are different diameters.

.375 vs .358

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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #24 on: May 02, 2012, 02:44:38 PM »
Quote from: mechanic on May 02, 2012, 06:32:55 AM
Larry,
 
Can one of these be rechambered from a 357 max?
 
Ben
Ben, Check out my second post on this thread and contact  Jess over there.  www.35caliber.com  He does alot more than 35 calibers and price is reasonable, turnaround is fast.  30-30 barrel would be a simple rebore/ rechamber, extractor is the same.  You can even let him know how many grooves you want it rifled with, many have had excellent results with the 3 groove rifling.  DP.
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Handi's:22Shot, 22LR, 2-22Mag, 22Hornet, 5-223, 2-357Max, 44 mag, 2-45LC, 7-30 Waters, 7mm-08, 280, 25-06, 30-30, 30-30AI, 444Marlin, 45-70, AND 2-38-55s, 158 Topper 22 Hornet/20ga. combo;  Levers-Marlins:Two 357's, 44 mag, 4-30-30s, RC-Glenfields 36G-30A & XLR, 3-35 Rem, M-375, 2-444P's, 444SS, 308 MX, 338Marlin MXLR, 38-55 CB, 45-70 GS, XS7 22-250 and 7mm08;  BLR's:7mm08, 358Win;  Rossi: 3-357mag, 44mag, 2-454 Casull; Winchesters: 7-30 Waters, 45Colt Trapper; Bolt actions, too many;  22's, way too many.  Who says it's an addiction?

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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #25 on: May 02, 2012, 03:39:16 PM »
Thanks D.P.
 
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Re: Think I even want one of these!
« Reply #26 on: May 04, 2012, 06:24:05 AM »
Quote from: trotterlg on May 01, 2012, 07:11:34 PM
I have to go to Sea for a month, could start it when I get home.  Larry

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