Beretta Silver Sable II opinions?
I have found an interesting used double rifle that could suit me well for local hunting of moose, elk and bears, and, I think, serve pretty well for my next trip to Africa. The cartridge seems like a...
View ArticleFirst shot with the Double
A pleasing moment for me captured in these two shots. This is the first time my Son had a shot with my Double. I am glad I captured these images. He enjoyed shooting it , I was particularly amused when...
View ArticleYour favorite new production double rifle manufacturer?
as the title says, whats you favorite double rifle manufactuerer and why? im only interested in current companies that are still producing rifles. i figure this thread could help people who are looking...
View ArticleDouble Rifle Load Development Shooting Distance
Hi, I've got a new .500 double that I'm having a hard time getting a load that doesn't cross. I've owned other doubles in the past up to .470, and I've never had such a hard time getting a double rifle...
View ArticleBullets for doubles
Gents! Is it safe to use banded bullets such as the barnes in a modern double? Also can you go 10 grns heavier than the regulated bullet? I guess you can if you can push that bullet fast enough. Thanks...
View ArticleThe double has landed
Gentleman allow me present my double rifle. She is a Sabatti 416 rigby extractor regulated with 400grn hornady DG ammo. I’ve not had a chance to shoot her yet but should in a few weeks. Don’t worry I...
View ArticleHammer Doubles for Dangerous Game
Interested in opinions regarding using hammer double rifles for dangerous game hunting. Thinking that reloading would be slowed down if more shots are needed, but don't have any firsthand experience.
View ArticleFor the New Double
View attachment 209177 View attachment 209178 View attachment 209179 Look what my lovely wife got for my birthday! From the Thomas Ferney & Company of Gaithersburg, MD their Signature Gun Case. The...
View ArticleBlaser Customer Service
I acquired a used Blaser S2 in .500 NE. I shot the gun and loved it but it needed some fine tuning so I sent it back to Blaser. The rear sling stud had broken off and some other non-critical items...
View ArticleSearcy PH Double - .470NE
Just when I had myself thinking I'm not going to buy anymore rifles, at least no more bolts, along comes a PM from @AZDAVE. I have chatted with Dave over the past couple years off and on about double...
View ArticleFinally bit the bullet
Time has been on the short end when looking at my "to do list" lately. I have so many plans & want for DG & PG hunts, the invites come knocking more often at never to be repeated offers, its...
View ArticleHeym 500NE
Hi Guys I have finally ordered a Heym B88PH in 500NE from Chris Sells of Heym USA. Has anyone imported a rifle from abroad. Its still being finished in the Heym Factory but I have been checking on...
View ArticleHeym Double Rifle Regulation
I’m pretty knowledgable when it comes to such things but have to admit that I’m stumped by the muzzles of a Heym. I’ve seen two such examples, the business end with no evidence of a regulating wedge of...
View ArticleDouble Rifle Shoot Alaska 2018
Gentlemen: A good new year to you all! It's that time of year again to begin planning the 2018 Alaska Double Rifle Shoot. We will now host the shoot on the first Saturday in May so there is no arguing...
View ArticleCrossing (but not much)
Hello all I think I may have hit gold with a load for my double. It is crossing over by about half an inch at 25 yrds I'm just wondering if i was to move back to 50 yards would that be corrected?? I'm...
View ArticleBore diameter versus bullet diameter for doubles
I was wondering, is there a general rule or thoughts on bore diameter vs bullet diameter for double rifles? Seems like you might like to limit barrel distortion a keep your barrels together longer? I...
View ArticleErnest Dumoulin side by side box lock
Does anyone here know anything about Ernest Dumoulin doubles? I got an opportunity to buy a used one and the gun looks great. Are they reliable? Anything I should specially check? The gun has a hefty...
View ArticleDouble Rifle 750 Nitro Express
Double Rifle 750 Nitro Express made by Armitalia di Lucchini Sandro & C. snc Sarezzo (Brescia), Italy Marco Scaiola, a big bore fanatic from Italy, emailed me these pictures of this humongous...
View Article.500 or .577 for Next Double?
Greetings all...I’ve decided I “need” a double rifle to complete the heavy side of my gun collection. While I save up over the next year to purchase one, I have a few questions for those of you with...
View ArticleHeym Model 89 in 500 NE
I was just informed that my new model 89 has cleared customs today and is at the importers store in Dallas! Ive been waiting a little over a year for this rifle to be completed so the news is very...
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