My new 375 H&H

[sgt_zim]

Well, really, it's for the missus. And if she decides she doesn't want it, I have a son who'd be quite interested.

 

[375er]

Atta boy!

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

Nice!

 

[HuntingGold]

Funny.... but congratulations to the misses or to your son... or to you

 

[Pilgrim]

This reminds me of the time Homer Simpson brought his wife a bowling ball with his name on it

 

[sgt_zim]

Funny.... but congratulations to the misses or to your son... or to you

Definitely not for me. I like my 9.3x62 with its 286 gr a frames at 2475, and already have a bigger thumper in 404J. I'm just not one of those guys who'll have more than 1 rifle in the same class for myself.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

Very nice, one of them will be happy.

 

[F. Vaccaro]

You’re going to like that #1!
I have shot #1s that have the tightest groups while holding the forearm & resting that hand on the sand bag.

 

[sgt_zim]

I picked it up yesterday.

It weighs 8.6#. Now to decide on a scope. Scope and rings should get me right at 10#.

Very much leaning towards this:

Leupold VX-5HD CDS-ZL2 Rifle Scope | MidwayUSA

The VX-5HD is taking optical performance to a whole new level. Leupold gave it a High-Definition optical system for sharp clarity and the Twilight Max Light Management System for great low-light performance.

www.midwayusa.com

I don't really care about the CDS, but IMO the 2-10x42 is about the perfect do-all hunting scope, especially one with a fire dot.

This one is also in the mix:

Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope 1-6x 24mm Illuminated FireDot Duplex

The Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope provides an ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and a magnification range that lets you engage threats anywhere...

www.midwayusa.com

 

[Fatback]

@sgt_zim, the VX5 2-10 is a wonderful scope. I have several on rifles to include a 375 H&H and a 9.3x62 Mauser. They have preformed without issue for me. I also really like the firedot option. Best of luck with whatever you decide.

 

[odonata]

Congratulations! That's a great rifle chambered in a classic round.

IMO the 2-10x42 is about the perfect do-all hunting scope, especially one with a fire dot.

Agreed. I really liked having a S&B 1.5-8x42 Stratos on my Ruger No. 1A in 6.5x55 Swede. It was just about perfect for the hunting that I do. There is one in the classifieds right now but it's more expensive than the Leupold you're considering.

My Swarovski z6 1.7-10x42 confirmed that this is one my favorite zoom ranges too. My Ruger No. 1S in 9.3x74r is wearing a Minox ZA5 1.5-8x32 which works really well especially since I grabbed it used in pristine condition for $225.

This one is also in the mix:

Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope 1-6x 24mm Illuminated FireDot Duplex

The Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope provides an ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and a magnification range that lets you engage threats anywhere...

www.midwayusa.com

I have a Meopta Meostar R2 1-6x24 RD on one of my Rugers & I really like it a lot. The reticle on this particular model is a little thinner than I would have preferred but I got such a good deal on it, it was a compromise I was willing to make.

There was one on sale here in the classifieds last week for about half price but it didn't last long.

I have a Winchester 1885 Safari Octagon in 375 H&H with a Zeiss 6x42mm MC on it. A single shot falling block in that caliber is a really nice rifle to have.

 

[KCSafari]

Congratulations. May it serve you and your wife well.

 

[geopat]

I picked it up yesterday.

It weighs 8.6#. Now to decide on a scope. Scope and rings should get me right at 10#.

Very much leaning towards this:

Leupold VX-5HD CDS-ZL2 Rifle Scope | MidwayUSA

The VX-5HD is taking optical performance to a whole new level. Leupold gave it a High-Definition optical system for sharp clarity and the Twilight Max Light Management System for great low-light performance.

www.midwayusa.com

I don't really care about the CDS, but IMO the 2-10x42 is about the perfect do-all hunting scope, especially one with a fire dot.

This one is also in the mix:

Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope 1-6x 24mm Illuminated FireDot Duplex

The Leupold Patrol 6HD Rifle Scope provides an ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and a magnification range that lets you engage threats anywhere...

www.midwayusa.com

My favorite rifle with my favorite scope ( vx5 2-10.illuminated) The.375 H&H is a do it all but small game.
I took mine on what was, and probably always will be, my only African safari.
Warthog, Impala, Blesbok, Zebra, and Sable.
I’m 5’9”, 175 and 70 years old .
I can shoot the.375 till my billfold cries and not have a problem. (Except for the billfold)
It’s just a wonderful combination!!