Author Topic: Cartriges we CAN'T live without. (Read 536 times)

R.W.Dale · « **on:** September 24, 2005, 05:27:25 PM »

Given the heat the last topic brought about how bout this. What rare or currently obsolete chamberings would you like to be able to go out and buy a rifle in? I would love to be able to buy a bolt gun in either .303 british or possibly 35 remington. Or even 7.62x25 tok.

rogue9 · « **Reply #1 on:** September 24, 2005, 05:40:39 PM »

Well I gotta have my 303, I need my 30-30; But I can't live without my 300 H&H

I guess I'm kinda primitive.... but happy

Captain_Obvious · « **Reply #2 on:** September 24, 2005, 05:56:01 PM »

300 Savage, my cousin takes all her deer with one, and I can see why she loves it.

Ramrod · « **Reply #3 on:** September 24, 2005, 05:56:32 PM »

I have way too many modern guns already. But Krochus is asking about rare, or obsolete cartridges, and I don't have enough of those! I would like to have another .32-20 Win. to replace the one I sold in a moment of stupidity. The .38-40 is another old friend I would not want to be without. I think I would like to see a new Remington rolling block chambered for one of the old .43 cal blackpowder cartidges.

dave hall · « **Reply #4 on:** September 24, 2005, 11:54:27 PM »

Always wanted 350 Rem.Mag. in a Ruger. Now I got one. :grin: The 350 Rem. the little cartridge that won't die.

Savage .250 · « **Reply #5 on:** September 25, 2005, 02:22:33 AM »

Quote from: Captain_Obvious

300 Savage, my cousin takes all her deer with one, and I can see why she loves it.

I`ll second that. As it`s "semi-rare".... on second thought make that RARE and one great cartridge especially in a pre-mil, Sav 99. Folks that own-um know what i mean.

" The best part of the hunt is not the harvest but in the experience."

Bubba Jack · « **Reply #6 on:** September 25, 2005, 03:12:36 AM »

I would love to see a .338-06 made by a major company, that was not a ultra light.

Bubba Jack

NONYA · « **Reply #7 on:** September 25, 2005, 05:23:30 AM »

Id like to own a 50-70 in an octagon barreled breech loader,somthing to take on a buffalo hunt down in West Yellowstone,now that would be a flashback into hunting history!

Varminter · « **Reply #8 on:** September 25, 2005, 06:18:47 AM »

40-65 win.

TX Devil Doc · « **Reply #9 on:** September 25, 2005, 12:22:05 PM »

What cartridge from the past would I like to see brought back in new rifles? Frankly, none. I feel that the current availablity of cartridges and rifles reflect the best advances in ballistics, design and use of modern materials.

However, I may have had a different opinion had I been interested in gun collecting or had somehow acquired a particular rifle for reasons other than buying one that best fits the need. I am not particularly nostalgic about any cartridge or gun. I used a 30-06 for many years, but through experience have found other cartridges that better fit my needs. But, for the rest of y'all, if it feels good, do it... if you're able. :wink:

IMHO, the reason for our ability to shoot (within reason) whatever we choose is because, as Americans, we are free to do so. That and, of course, the fact that we are some Second Amendment-lovin', gunsmithin', handloading nuts! No disrespect intended to our foreign friends.