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    Default To build a .500 Jeffery

    Hello everyone, looking to hear from the knowledgable if it would be possible to build a 500 Jeffery off a Ruger M77 action already in 416 Rigby?

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    Yes but why?

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    Just an idea - like the big bores, already have a 450 NE so looking for next level I suppose.

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    The ruger M77R in 416Rigby is a great rifle/caliber. Rather buy yourself a 458 CZ 550 and ream it to 450 rigby. I bet it will work out less expensive too.

    This is only my opinion.

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    Google "Ralph Badenhorst Bespoke Guns". I am not suggesting you use them, but I am sure he will be able to advise you as to the viability of such a conversion.

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    Keeping in consideration that the 500 Jeff can be built on a standard length Mauser action, hence the rebated rim, it should not be a problem.

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    Thanks guys, all advice appreciated

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    Okay, been made another offer of 460 Weatherby?
    How about that action for a 500 Jeffery?

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    In my limited opinion, because the 500 is a shortish round, i would not want to pluck it into too long an action.

    But it will probably work well.

    Most were built on standard length Mauser actions with adapted Magnum Magazine Boxes

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    Default Re: To build a .500 Jeffery

    I agree with DWB. CZ build their 500 Jeff on a magnum action, but i would also rather save the action for a true magnum caliber and build a 500 Jeff on a VZ 24 or similar M98 standard length action.

    Please ensure that whoever builds the gun has done many 500 Jeff builds. Its not easy to get a rebated rim (short, fat) case to feed properly.

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