300 H&H Magnum. Still Fast and Flat Shooting, since 1925

Testing my 300 H&H Magnum. Do you need a 30 cal. Magnum that is fast and Flat shooting, with tame recoil? Maybe so with this cartridge.
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[@barkerjames1980]

Very nice rifle and good shooting! To add to your description of the action: the British, wanting to modernize their service rifle, developed the Pattern 13 'Enfield' rifle and the .276 Enfield cartridge to go with it in 1913. Because of the onset of WWI, it was impossible to build enough of the pattern 13 rifles and enough ammunition to go with it in time. So England decided to enter the war with their battle-proven SMLE. Still needing more rifles, they contracted with Winchester, Remington, and Remington-owned Eddystone (Remington purchased the Eddystone locomotive factory) to build the pattern 13 rifle but chambered in .303 British to prevent a logistical nightmare. This was a British design, and essentially a clone of the 1898 Mauser. The resulting rifle was the Pattern 14 rifle. When the US entered the war in 1917, we needed more rifles, too. Since those three factories were tooled up to produce the pattern 14 rifle already, all they had to do was put .30-06 barrels on them, and the U.S. Model of 1917 was born, and was a superior rifle to the Springfield model 1903. After the war, Remington had a huge surplus of rifles and parts, so Remington entered the bolt-action sporting rifle market with their Model 30 rifle, basically the grandfather of the model 700. I have a beautiful model 30 in .30-06. I also have an all-original Pattern 14 built by ERA (Eddystone Remington Arms) and an original Winchester model 1917 (with the stock sporterized and rebarreled in 1918 with an arsenal correct Johnson Automatics barrel) an 'economy sporterized' pattern 14 still in .303 British, a custom Winchester built pattern 14 sporter in .30-40 Krag Ackley Improved, and a Winchester built custom 1917 sporter in .300 H&H Ackley Improved (.300 Ackley Magnum) with a custom stock, festooned with ebony inlays and ivory buttplate, grip cap, and fore-end tip. It also has a Lyman Alaskan 'fixed' 2½x scope. All of these rifles are exceptional rifles!! Thanks for the video!

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for your input here. You may want to check out my other 300 H-H videos, that go more into the history of the 1917.

[@sivaratnamasabaratnam8946]

Really accurate,later rifles with hot burns heat up pressuring the barrels foul the bullet

[@jasonthomas8535]

Always thought that 300H&H was a very elegant looking cartridge.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for watching.

[@user-ik8cg1lp1u]

I LOVE my 721 300 HH. dad gave it to me in 1986... I have had it "restored" a couple time since...as of about 2 weeks ago it is being semi retired and I started a new custom build using a ti action, proof research barrel in a custom English walnut aluminum bedded stock...chambered in 300HH. The true benefit of the super 30 was the way it excels with heavier bullets. I prefer to 200 grn accubond for elk @ 2720 fps and the 165 for deer @ 3200 range. Different loads different barrels. expect the new rifle will exceed both of these velocities with the 26" proof barrel and 1:9 twist... guessing the 200 grn AB will be in the 2800-2850 fps range. Approaching the new 30 KIings the 300 PRC and 30 Nosler. Great video thanks for the story

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Best wishes on your new rifle. Thanks for watching.

[@hoffpbass]

Whom among us doesn't need a Magnum? 😅 That is one sweet rifle. Great loads, too. And I appreciate the history. Thanks Dave 👍

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

HaHa! Need one and Want (2 or 3 ore more) are closely related.

[@luvtahandload7692]

Awesome! You've got 2 loads, one for coyotes and one for elk. You're all set! We need a tour of your new reloading room. 😊

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Coming soon!

[@DadWil]

I second the tour of Dave's reloading room... However he recently relocated his residence so it may take a bit for him to get it setup

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

@@DadWil Main reloading set up in my heated garage. Secondary portable set up in my dedicated TV family room.

[@cw2a]

Mornin My Friend. Hope the new diggs are appealing!!! I have always wanted a 300H&H As a boy it was my Uncles bug medicine. He was the "western" hunter traveling to Montana yearly Making a few trips to hunt Caribou when the herd was vast and eastern. He shot Mulies a few Elk and a moose or two and a bunch of speedy goats. He talked long on how and why he choose the 300. This eas early 60's to late 70's so there wasnt the choices we have today. I have watched and waited. Ever persuing hard because frankly I have not had a need. I have '06's and they do what I have needed in a bigger 30. Some ten years back I decided I wasnt getting younger (after first heart attack) I looked hard for another long time want. A 358 Norma Magnum. In a few years I found and bought one. In those travels I passed on a 300 & 308 Norma Magnum. Now having the big lady I might re think my tact and consider a 300/308 Norma with that H&H should one come into view for me. Again and still no "need" heck I have t needed the 358! (T rex are not as much a issue here...) 😂😂 Great video! Im staying bust anyway I can... Moved some of mommas clothes this AM and spent fifteen minuets being just USELESS...😢

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Many, many and more special thoughts and prayers for you CW. The 2-A community needs your ongoing and much needed wisdom here.

[@jeanettewest]

I certainly love my 1949 Model 70.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for watching.

[@williamgaines9784]

I have an Eddystone that was sporterized, barrel cut to 22 inches and a Fajen style stock, still in 30-06. It has the "extra cartridge" magazine, so it has 6+1 capacity. Shoots very well for a 105 year old rifle. Really likes the 180s.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for the information and for watching.

[@rockinstone123]

I love my REM 721B in 300 H&H. I tried a modern synthetic stock on it but it just didn’t do it for me so back to the original checkered walnut. It was made around 1950. It’s not a lightweight rifle BUT with my handloads just the way it came from the factory it’s produced sub 1 inch groups. I paid < $150 for it 15 years ago and wouldn’t take ten time that for it now

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

You got a great bargain indeed. Thanks for your comment here.

[@sugargoldy]

Good video that's some pretty good shooting there.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for your comment here and for watching.

[@jeffmcmillan6554]

You did a great job. I would be a flinching mess after the 3rd shot.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Yes, Thank goodness a 300 magnum usually does the job with one shot, HaHa!

[@baitammo4652]

Great video as always Dave! Always a treat when you make a new video!!

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

[@redfrog5515]

The 300 H&H is a beautiful slender cartridge. Of all the 300 mags, the 300 win mag is the most efficient. Check out your reloading manuals. The 300 win mag delivers the highest velocity with the least amount of powder. All 300’s kick, but that comes with the territory. My 300 win mag with 165 gr Nosler Partition bullets behind 71.5 grains of IMR 4350 and magnum primers gets 3,200 fps and 1 inch groups all day long. Fact of the matter is a 30-06 with same bullet and powder will do close to what a 300 win mag will do. No elk or deer will know the difference. Plus, the 30-06 kicks a lot less.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Agreed, somewhat. My specific 300 H&H is more accurate and only 75fps slower than my 300 Win. with all bullet weights. It also uses less powder and has less recoil with the 150-165gn Bullets. Thanks for your info here and for watching.

[@redfrog5515]

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 You probably know this, but accuracy often can be improved by bullet seating depth. I find that keeping the bullet shy of touching the rifling 0.015 inch or less. Each bullet, powder, primer combination is a little different. The distance between the bullet and rifling lands is often called bullet jump.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

@@redfrog5515 Thanks for your input here. My experiences maybe a little different. I start with the bullet makers recommended COL. If it works well enough for hunting accuracy including the maximum listed velocity, low SD's, with the proper constructed bullet matched to the type of game hunted, I stop there and call it good. If there is minor throat erosion due to barrel wear over time, then I will try "Chasing the lands." I find a powder change and or charge weights as well as different bullets have a larger effect on precision than anything else.

[@redfrog5515]

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 There is a very handy tool I use called the Hornady OAL Gauge that I use to find the lands in any rifle. I have attached a link. You can purchase it from online outlets like Brownell’s, MidWest, Midway etc. I do agree with your method though. I do like to know what my bullet jump is regardless of if I use factory ammo or not. I bought a lot of Federal rifle ammo during the COVID thing when ammo was hard to find, and I was pleasantly surprised that it produced very good accuracy. Before I shot any I used my Hornady OAL Gauge to see where my lands were at, then measured the Federal ammo OAL. As you probably know, if your bullet is touching the lands, chamber pressure can spike. Another thing is I like a very well constructed bullet designed for the size of game I hunt. Some factory ammo bullet selection is not to my liking, so I often reload my own ammo. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIiZeWx-f9-mrLM&pp=ygURaG9ybmFkeSBvYWwgZ2F1Z2U%3D

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

@@redfrog5515 Thank You for taking the time to contribute your info here.

[@justflylow]

Great shooting rifle. Beautiful to look at and proud to own! Take care friend.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks and same to you.

[@clintonlayne9253]

Dave, once again great shooting. The Eddystone actions are great. A co-worker of mine has one in 3006 . Randy loves it. I've seen them at gun shows , and on the used racks at pawn shops and gun stores. Maybe next year you will get your Elk tag.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@scottm7365]

Good Stuff, Strohmeyer! Ice pack and a cold beer now! Keep em coming!

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks! Will do!

[@stepabove2136]

Accubond all the way great bullets and old nosler partition 😮 to.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

agree.

[@pikeman0357]

Nice new diggs sir and that rifle is a beautiful one!!!

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks! And Thanks for watching.

[@usafret4709]

Sorry about the draw results Dave. Still got mule deer, right? Recoil sensitive due to shoulder and neck injuries. I hurt watching this, but you made it look easy. She is a tack driver. Beautiful rifle.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

I may go for an open tag late season Whitetail only hunt, late in Nov.

[@usafret4709]

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 I hope you do. Muzzleloader season opens here in NC next weekend. I am ready to get out. Weather is cooling off. How is the new house?

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Takes some getting used to, for sure, without horses. @@usafret4709

[@usafret4709]

@@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009 Yes sir. Lived on a farm my first 18 years of life. After that, it was mostly base housing for 20 years. Never did get used to having neighbors within spitting distance.

[@bobcatforever3485]

Dave. Good video with great shooting. Thanks for sharing. Take care and keep up the good work.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks Bobcat

[@markcarew6724]

I would like to get a closer look at your rifle, it appears to be quite beautiful. Thank you.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Maybe see my previous videos part 1 and part 2. of this rifle for a closer detailed view.

[@shanegibb997]

Nice rifle Dave .. ha ha , I would have been 5yo when you bought that ...

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Shane you are just a kid then. HaHa!

[@505shango]

Love your vids thanks

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

[@peebay3515]

I won a Rem 721 in .300 H&H magnum in a police auction. Nobody wanted to buy it, they were buying all the tec-9 garbage tier crap. Only frustrating thing is how hard it is to find ammo. I think I might need to get into reloading. It's such an elegant rifle. I feel like I'm going back in time to the early 20th century with it.

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

Yes, reloading will help. Search for factory Ammo online. But you will be limited to 180 grain usually.

[@sidepass]

Finding brass can be a problem at times. Stocked up years ago and love my Super 30's.

[@CRice105]

I'm still learning about it and trying to know more history I believe it's a 1945 maybe older

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

If it is an American made Enfield action it maybe older than made in in 1945. but if it has been sporterized that the rifle may have been assembled on ant date.

[@jonseredchainsawguy2541]

I have a 1917 Remington I am kicking around the idea of turning it into a 375 H&H by have the barrel bored, rifled, and a new chamber cut. What other modifications did you need to make the action handle the h&h sized cartridge?

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

None, I bought the rifle in 1974 as you see it. There were many thousands of the Enfield actions chambered for the longer cartridges.

[@CRice105]

I have a 300 H&H Winchester magnum bolt I'm the 3rd generation that has owned it it was past down to me haven't shot it yet can't find the ammo for it yet

[@davestrohmeyer-saddleupsho8009]

A great cartridge. Thanks for watching.

[@sidepass]

Try using ammo seek. Ammo is a bit pricey you'll find.

[@stanleygrover1685]

I shoot mine at a 200 yard bull's Eye!