I have only recently learned that the Handi-rifle in my cabinet is way more gun than I had supposed. The recent thread about the NEF in 500 S&W was the start and then a review of Buffalo Bore ammo which cites the little gun as useful with their loads.
I took it out today with a few strong action loads with bullets ranging from 300 to 400grs - working up from minimums - and it performed flawlessly right up to max. I am more than a little impressed. No signs of overpressure on either primers or caseheads.
Recoil was stout but not nearly as heavy as I'd expected (previous owner installed a Decelerator pad).
Pete
I took it out today with a few strong action loads with bullets ranging from 300 to 400grs - working up from minimums - and it performed flawlessly right up to max. I am more than a little impressed. No signs of overpressure on either primers or caseheads.
Recoil was stout but not nearly as heavy as I'd expected (previous owner installed a Decelerator pad).
Pete