2023 Harvest Buffalo
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2023 Harvest Buffalo
Doug harvested on October 13, 2023 Fort Belknap Reservation. 45-90 385 gr gas check bullet. Bought the rifle new in early 90's. Finally got his dream hunt.
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Congrats to all for a fine success.
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Nice Buffalo congrats!!!!!!!!!
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I put in for a raffle on a buffalo hunt on Kodiak Island Alaska.
Chances are slim for my ticket to be picked but I will be ready with my 1874 Shiloh Sharps in 45/70.
Dumb question,is the 45/70 enough?? I will be using 525 grain cast bullet over 61 grains BP.
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Chances are slim for my ticket to be picked but I will be ready with my 1874 Shiloh Sharps in 45/70.
Dumb question,is the 45/70 enough?? I will be using 525 grain cast bullet over 61 grains BP.
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Re: 2023 Harvest Buffalo
BobW,
I would guess that the velocity may be in the area of 1600 fps.
The bullet is 525 grain cast lead somewhat roundnose a flat spot about 38 caliber up front.
I will be going to the nearby outdoor range tomorrow to fire 40 rounds and get the tang sights sighted in.
Top Dog
I would guess that the velocity may be in the area of 1600 fps.
The bullet is 525 grain cast lead somewhat roundnose a flat spot about 38 caliber up front.
I will be going to the nearby outdoor range tomorrow to fire 40 rounds and get the tang sights sighted in.
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Choose them soft and sweet
Yopu never know which ones you're gonna eat
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Re: 2023 Harvest Buffalo
BobW
I did a check onthe velocity. I was wrong it is about 1200 fps for the 525 grain load.
Top Dog
I did a check onthe velocity. I was wrong it is about 1200 fps for the 525 grain load.
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Re: 2023 Harvest Buffalo
You could boost the velocity a bit by increasing the powder charge and compressing the powder more. Assuming such a load was accurate, the primary advantage would be a very slightly flatter trajectory,
The 525 grain bullet with a generous flat nose is probably the best choice of bullet for larger game like the buffalo. I took similar combinations to South Africa twice and had no problem with game up to the size of kudu and wildebeest, although I used smokeless powder at a velocity oof ~1350 fps. With a 3/8" flat, the bullet will probably pass through on a broadside shot that hits no significant bone; I'd expect ~24" penetration on angling shots. Bullet diameter, when recovered, will likely be in the 7/8" range.
Clarence
The 525 grain bullet with a generous flat nose is probably the best choice of bullet for larger game like the buffalo. I took similar combinations to South Africa twice and had no problem with game up to the size of kudu and wildebeest, although I used smokeless powder at a velocity oof ~1350 fps. With a 3/8" flat, the bullet will probably pass through on a broadside shot that hits no significant bone; I'd expect ~24" penetration on angling shots. Bullet diameter, when recovered, will likely be in the 7/8" range.
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Re: 2023 Harvest Buffalo
Clarence,
I will stick with the present load of 61 grains. It is quite accurate for me.
Interesting to hear how you did in Africa. Must have been some hunt.
Top Dog
I will stick with the present load of 61 grains. It is quite accurate for me.
Interesting to hear how you did in Africa. Must have been some hunt.
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Be carefull of the words you speak
Choose them soft and sweet
Yopu never know which ones you're gonna eat
Choose them soft and sweet
Yopu never know which ones you're gonna eat