Head to Head: .404 Jeffery vs. .416 Rigby
While both cartridges have a rather impeccable reputation, which makes a better choice for the dangerous game hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at what makes each cartridge tick.
Behind the Bullet: .416 Rigby
The cartridge’s sheer size, steep shoulder and Rigby name all add up to a century-plus-old classic that isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Top 5 Double Rifle Cartridges
Let’s take a look at some of the best cartridge choices for a double rifle.
Behind the Bullet: .350 Rigby Magnum
The .350 Rigby Magnum is vastly overlooked even among rifle cranks but was at one time as popular as the .375 H&H Magnum. Released in 1908, it is an entirely original design, and was the first to feature the sharp 45-degree shoulder which is the hallmark of the Rigby designs.
Top 5 Dangerous Game Cartridges
Each shooter’s recoil tolerance level is different, and some people appreciate flexibility over specific application, but these five cartridges will cleanly take any dangerous-game animal on earth.
Behind the Bullet: .275 Rigby
The .275 Rigby remains a fantastic choice for the big-game hunter, and has done it all over the course of its 130-year history.
Head to Head: .375 H&H Magnum vs. .416 Rigby
The .375 H&H Magnum and .416 Rigby are both capable of taking the entire spectrum of game animals, in any climate, on any continent. But which is the better choice for the hunter? We investigate.
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