416 REMINGTON MAGNUM: The Most Practical 416

A review of the 416 Remington Magnum Cartridge, including a comparison with other 416 cartridges.

[@rexmclaren1447]

You're channel should have like 500k subscribers or more

[@AmericanMinuteman95]

I’m a 375 H&H man myself but I love the 416

[@borkwoof696]

Dude, you become more likable with each new video!

[@GoDaveGo]

I’m eyeing a 416 Rem Mag in Model 70 Safari Express. That will make any range session a part of my safari dream

[@jimwatts4901]

Awesome rifle dude ! I highly recommend one. 🖒

[@starnavigator6665]

Absolutely love mine! Haven’t put a scope on it yet put have a hundred yard zero…..with irons. Nothing more satisfying than touching off a howitzer!!!

[@mickgarner3207]

I just ordered one! Told me it was 8-10 months out though

[@bigjon576]

@@mickgarner3207 we're did you order it?

[@dangoldbach6570]

This is one of my dream rifles too!

[@countercivilization]

So informative and knowledgeable! One of the very best hunting channel I know, great editing no sponsor, the work of one man! All my respect from Australia.

[@SK9962]

My thanks to the author for an interesting and reasoned comparison of 416 caliber cartridges

[@mikewyd53]

I have a Rem Model 700 in 416 RM. Never have I had an extraction problem, even with my handloads. Very accurate, not bad on recoil, hits like a freight train.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I highly recommend sending your rifle to a smith for the M16 extractor upgrade. I like the M16 extractor from Badger the best. I have had a couple of factory extractors break in lesser calibers, and have fixed countless 700 extractors when I did gunsmithing as a second job. The recoil of the 416 has claimed many 700 extractors, which is probably why Rem pulled the cartridge from the 700 line relatively fast (have to go custom shop).

[@clooperman3745]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 Ten Trillion Dollars??????????

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

@@clooperman3745 The unfortunate end result of socialism

[@mattdelany6799]

How hot was it? Africa gets hot, and Africa has dangerous game. Buy a Winchester model 70.

[@tylergordon696]

I always love your back drops

[@allisonsmith9050]

I have been on two African safaris and your channel is the gold standard for information and advice. I agree with 99% of what you say and what I don’t is personal preference. I plan on going back in 2026 for Cape buffalo and you sold me on the 416 Rem mag.

[@ashmerch2558]

have you considered doing a history video of African hunting rifles? possibly "stopping" rifles

[@matthewsavageau3650]

So glad to see another 416 video. The 416 Remington is by far my favorite cartridge and if I go down to 1 rifle, I will always keep my Winchester m70 416 Rem. I'm glad you talked about seating and case neck prep. When I first started with the 416, I was not getting great accuracy because I was having very stiff bullet seating in my cases. I found the fix. I was not lubing the inside of the case necks when I resized and was getting heavy resistance pulling the expander plug back through the neck. You usually don't have to deal with this so much on medium and small bore cartridges. I believe this caused the necks to become un-uniform from the extreme pulling of the expander through the neck. I started rolling a neck cleaning brush on my lube pad and ran it through every case neck before resizing. It was so much easier to pull the expander through the case neck. My bullet seating got easier & more consistent from this, and my accuracy problems went away. Now I have sub-MOA 400gr loads and 350gn loads. My sweet load for all north America is a 350 TSX over 83.5gn Hogdons Varget, with a C.O.L. of 3.59". It gives me 2650fps, 1/2 MOA, and never had any signs of overpressure. I need no other rifle or load unless going up to elephant or hippo, then switch to 400gn. It's nice having 1 rifle and load to take everything from coyote to cape buffalo, that will reliably reach out to 350 yards, has good accuracy, and manageable recoil. If you have shot the 375 H&H and are thinking about the 416, Do it. The recoil increase is like stepping up from a 270win to the 30-06, Its barely noticeable. If you shoot a medium to big bore, I encourage you to always let people at the range try your rifle. We need to keep interest in these calibers alive. Most people that shoot heavy shotgun loads are surprised that this rifle feels very similar with recoil and many say, "that wasn't bad".

[@oteliogarcia1562]

one of the things that Remington got right.

[@kobeculpitt114]

I thought I loved my CZ 550 in .458 Lott when I first got it. It was my favorite rifle. The Winchester Model 70 in .416 Remington Magnum changed all that. I still love the CZ but, the rifle and caliber combination of the 416 is just about perfect to me.

[@bjcoveney5306]

Thanks! AWSOME job. That by it self has taken me to another level. Couldn't say thank you enough

[@ThemantleofElijah]

I subbed this is so informative as I’m just starting out and looking into big bore and safari caliber rifles currently leaning toward a 9.3x62 and now really liking this 416 Remington mag as well thank you for this video

[@ulysses8859]

I look forward to all of your videos I have become a great fan of yours, I appreciate the information and style in which you deliver it. I totally agree with you on the .416 Remington. I admired your take on the gun writers choice of cartridges, job well done! You are living my dream keep up the fantastic work. Thank you.

[@perrypappous7617]

Excellent presentation. I am not going to Africa anytime soon, but I love reading about all things safari. You have persuaded me that the nostalgia of the Rigby should give way to the practicality of the 416 RM. Great demonstration of the recoil, too! Perry Pappous,So Cal

[@ryanwilhite8239]

I have the exact same rifle/scope combo. I am constantly amazed at the accuracy and shoot ability of this rifle. I prefer it from sticks or off hand to my 300 WM. The added weight makes it much steadier.

[@davidderr2662]

Late to this video. Watched many of your others. Very thorough and concise. Thanks.

[@LexLuthor1234]

Interesting point about the recoil mitigation that comes From Good technique And correct stock design. Thanks you as always and weidmannsheil!

[@ericwahlberg9096]

Hello, this is Eric Wahlberg Owner of Inner Mountain Rifle Stocks. I have 2 and 3 416's builds coming very soon. I found your video extremely helpful. Thanks for doing a great job.

[@user-me3er7lm1o]

I really appreciate not only the 416 Rem Mag information but the reloading tips as well. I agree that the Lee Factory Crimp Die is the best crimp method there is because it doesn’t rolled the lip of the brass and it improves concentricity especially when you do a crimp, rotate 90 degrees and re crimp.

[@Clambelly]

Desert Dog - another great video "loaded" with useful information. Great range footage.

[@jjjjns]

Thanks for the tips on how to handle recoil. Beast of a cartridge

[@jimmiefarris4218]

Excellent video. Very informative.Thank you.Helped me a lot.

[@paulharding1621]

Good content, many thanks. I shoot .416 REM Mag in Ruger No1 Rifle, definitely not needed in the UK but fun all the same. 400gr Hornady DSX with 74gr H4895 is awesome. Mild load 350gr Speer with 62gr H4895. Accuracy with both loads is MOA. Great cartridge.

[@markbubley2254]

I am lucky I found this site. Thanks for the great info.

[@jasyamaha]

Beautifully done, thank you.

[@markr5132]

Awesome video, very informative and helpful. Now I know my plan if I need a gun for Grizzly country. I have heard about a grizzly taking three hits from 300win mag as he kept coming from 75 + yards and the fourth shot from the guides 416 had instant results. I know this is antidotal, and shot placement is everything but prefer not to risk my one and only body by not paying attention to what the guides recommend carrying!

[@johnhutcheson8869]

After your video I got into .416 rem mag. Asked a custom gunsmith about using a Mauser action for .416 rem mag, The 416 rem mag is based on the longer 375 H&H case. It's 3.60" long. You can squeeze it into the action but it takes a lot of work to do that. The 458 and derivatives (incl the 416 Taylor) are shorter and more suited to this action. Get a .416 Taylor if you want a Mauser 98 or FN Mauser. The ideal action for the .416 Rem Mag is the Enfield." I also learned that Whitworth Mark X is not a double square bridge action. It's a standard commercial mauser like the FN. You can make it LOOK like a double square bridge by spending a bunch of money and doing a lot of welding and milling. So, since I do not have deep pockets for custom work, I concluded I should order a model 70 Winchester from Portugal. Hope this helps.

[@robertoferrata4471]

I am going to buy a barrel in 416 Rem.Mag for my anazing Blaser R8 safari in class 7 wood stock. Actually I own many diff barrels among which one in 375 Blaser Mag...another in 458 Lott and llast but not least in the awesome 500 Jeffery. I appreciate your expertise and objectivity.. Well done hunter,

[@Denner771]

Excellent factual presentation.

[@rhettclark2877]

This is very good, informative video. Thanks for the information on this African safari cartridge.

[@cesarc6757]

Great thorough video!

[@Rucksack57]

All ways good advice! Thank you for your great advice.

[@jacobseitz6224]

Great video. Thank you for the information.

[@martinstiastny7679]

I really enjoyed this video. Your eloquence in calling "bullshit" for what it is honest. I'm a fan of the 416 Remington (I use a Blaser) and I used it for my elephant. Nothing but praise

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I know of nobody who has ever used the 416RM on dangerous game who has longed for anything more or less.

[@martinstiastny7679]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 Yes sir, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Cape Buffalo in 2022

[@TheMightybasstone]

AWESOME video brother.. I especially like the tips on reloading this cartridge.. I have a beautiful Kimber Caprivi in .416 Remington Mag and was thinking about trying the 350 grain bullets for deer and hogs here in Texas. Still a little overkill but i love this rifle..

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Those 350's would be great for your wild Nilgai.

[@matthewsavageau3650]

350gn speers are the cheapest 416 bullet (unless you are casting your own). If you're not satisfied with the accuracy of them get the 350 tsx.

[@hound2011]

Great video again !! I will probably never shoot this cartridge but the history facts and the informations were really interesting and very precise. What you said about the great .416 Rigby was a joy too. Thank`s a lot for your very good and competent videos. Best regards from Austria.

[@josephmonaco4503]

Very professional advice and expertise in this video. Mr. Desert Dog really knows what he's talking about and is genuinely concerned about his video's and Big Game Shooters. I was very happy with his video's. Shooting large caliber bullets is not just about big recoils, It's about safe shooting information. There can never be enough knowledge when it comes to malfunctions.. When it comes to 3 shots that involve Life & Death situations. When you are shooting at Lions, You will never get a second chance if your weapon malfunctions. I'd rather shoot 1,000 rounds and be very sore, than shoot one round and have a cheaper unproven rifle that costs you your life and being eaten alive.. within seconds,,, If you are lucky. What happens when you shoot a Cape Buffalo and your rifle jams on the second round??? I don't think the human brain can be prepared for this, no matter how many decades you are hunting. You really are only as good as your rifle is reliable. .Don't gamble with .. Black Death !!!

[@vadym4810]

Amazing video!

[@jimwatts4901]

I wish you could find big bores on the shelf where I'm at , but usually you have to special order it. But I've got this rifle in 416 rem mag , I love the bolt , I'll keep it til I die , dam good rifle and caliber !! 🖒🖒

[@i.o.3563]

That'a an interesting story and tips. Thanks. Would be nice to mention the rifle weight you shoot with. Makes a lot of difference in recoil. Ordinary rifles come in more or less standard weight throughout most of the calibres. More exclusive guns weigh about 9-10 lb scopeless in 416.

[@DeaconDoggie]

I’ve been on 8 Safaris. My first buffalo and the only hippo I’ve shot were with a Model 70 375HH. I wanted a little more authority- so I had my rifle rebarreled to a 416 Remington with a McMillan stock. I have a detachable 1.5-6x36 Leupold on it- although I e never had to remove it. It hits harder with a 400G Barnes bullet @2400fps than a 375HHh with a 300G

[@rdt417]

Two hours with you in your incredible museum would be life time. Thanks for your naulidge..

[@rdt417]

Knowledge

[@luvtahandload7692]

@@rdt417 Haha I mean what you know!

[@christopherkingsland4604]

Very informative video indeed !!

[@paulsimmons5726]

The 416Rby would be my pick if I hit the lottery, purely for nostalgia. But since spending $15-20K on a custom English rifle isn't really in the cards, I think I'll stay with my 375 and buy the occasional ticket! Another great video, thanks for your time and effort in making your videos! Take care and be well!

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Yep, the 416 Rigby was really making a comeback with those cheap CZ550 rifles on the market. But now, it's gonna cost big bucks to shoot the Rigby again.

[@paulsimmons5726]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 My piggy bank isn't too worried, LOL! I'm really enjoying your videos and with you on the value of the M70, great rifle for the cost. Not as fancy but I like my guns to show some character. You and your family be safe. And again, thanks for sharing your thoughts about hunting.

[@thelocalon17usdaprime72]

Great video!

[@sgtmajtrapp3391]

I felt the .416 Remington Magnum when introduced would replace the .375 H&H magnum as the one rifle SAFARI CARTRIDGE, from plains game to all species of dangerous big game. It has not happened to date but it sure deserves this status in my opinion. Like you indicated recoil levels are not that much heavier than a 300 grain. 375 but its effect on game is noticeably greater especially the dangerous stuff. This is also a very accurate cartridge and good over distances too so it's not just a short range number. Great review on a fine big game caliber.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I believe that better bullets really reinvigorated the smaller, higher velocity calibers. When the Swift A-frame went mainstream and monolithic bullets joined the party, it really upped the effectiveness and penetration of expanding bullets for the 375 on dangerous game. All of the sudden, bigger wasn't necessarily better anymore. But, the same argument could also be used is favor of the 416's over the 458's and 500's.

[@GartenhausLP]

Love the 416 caliber. I have a 500/416NE double rifle. I love the rifle but it's a lot of gun to handle. I had the option to go with a 416 rem mag mauser instead but no I had to go with the pretty gun and measure my groups in minute of grapefruit. Today I'm older and a lot less dumb so I know that the 416 rem mag would have been the better idea. Would have been cheaper too.

[@RottiDog100]

Awesome channel.

[@kevinantoadam]

Very detailed true facts review

[@sterlingwilkey2124]

Oh how I miss my .416rem. It was a custom build. It would shoot a .5 group all day long with a 325grn barnes tsx all day long. One day I will have another 416

[@beforbefore2435]

I have never shot anything more powerful than 30-06. I am very fascinated with these cartridges. It makes sense especially when now, because of the virus, 375h&h is the price of 30-06!!!! Thats CRAZY!

[@countercivilization]

Most open ranges were I live (NSW Australia) had to ban anything over 375 because of ridiculous state imposed regulations. So the 375 is somehow popular by default...

[@beforbefore2435]

@@countercivilization im from usa, texas, what are the legalities of hunting in papua new guinea, as far as a tourist can go, do you know anything about that stuff, its on that side of the world

[@countercivilization]

Don't know much about hunting in Papua but it's one wild place. 416 is totally legal and very useful in Australia We have an abondance of big game easily weighing over a tonne like water buffalos, scrub bulls, and the occasional salt water croc (not legal but sometimes no choice) All those creatures are not know for their friendly nature too...Let not forget camels 500/600kg...so it's big bore country and a legitimate place for safari hunting. Hunting for dangerous game happen mostly in Northern territory and on private land only by regulations. Because of tight gun control laws established by lobbies and politicians, it's harder for dedicated hunters in Australia to own own big bore. Yesterday they eradicate 50BMG ownership today they make it hard to own big bore, tomorrow sure it's the popular 375, they are talk to ban the 338 lapua because it would be too powerful!!....etc that part was just informative...

[@beforbefore2435]

@@countercivilization thanks, 338 lapua is my favorite, sounds interesting and kind of sad. Think, i like it ,338l, more than 458 lott.

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

@@countercivilization You need to throw your politicians to the salt crocs for outlawing firearm ownership.

[@joaquimalmeida2323]

VERY GOOD EXPLANATION. A REAL LESSON ON THE SUBJECT.

[@luvtahandload7692]

Your M70 is a very beautiful rifle. But I have held off obtaining one because I miss the old-style Winchester trigger. Nothing was more simpler or utterly reliable. Sage advice on the crimp die. I own one for every round I load.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Don't be afraid of the newer FN MOA trigger. They feel much better than the venerable old design - better than an aftermarket Timney trigger in my opinion. The newer MOA trigger has been used for over 12 years now, and I have never heard of one failing, so reliability seems to be outstanding. And the MOA can be perfected by your average guy at home; no more need for a gun-smith to safely get a light trigger.

[@markloomis1415]

Great video. I agree with everything you said except I would like to see a little more love for the .416 Ruger. The Ruger Hawkeye African is a very nice rifle for the price and it fits me better than the Winchester mod 70. The stock contour of the mod 70 is too straight and makes the iron sights unusable for me. The Ruger points better, is lighter and handles better in my opinion. Not to mention the Ruger has a little shorter bolt throw which in turn would allow a custom rifle to be built on a standard Mauser action. As far as powder capacity goes the .416 Ruger is within a couple of grains to the .416 rem and can easily reach 2400 fps with a 400 gr bullet. I have owned and shot all the .416s and have a lot of respect for them but the Ruger Hawkeye African fits me best.

[@markloomis1415]

I forgot to mention you are right on about Remington 700. What an absolute cruel joke to make a dangerous game rifle from a Remington 700. Kinda like flying a fighter plane without a parachute!

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I think the Hawkeye African is a decent rifle, I just prefer the M70 Safari for these reasons; 1) M70 has a better stock design, and better cut checkering. 2) M70 has a better recoil pad. 3) M70 has a better WAY BETTER trigger. 4) M70 has better cartridge chamberings (not stuck with nearly dead 375 & 416 Ruger) 5) Factory 375 & 416 Ruger ammo options suck 6) FN/Winchester has better quality control than Ruger 7) M70 has better sights (love a hooded front sight) 8) M70 Safari has stronger dual recoil lug and dual cross-bolt design. 9) Winchester has never tried to ban assault weapons or hi-cap magazines like Ruger did. As far as cartridges go…no animal will know the difference between being shot with a 416RM, 416 Rigby, or 416 Ruger.

[@brucedunn4010]

Good video! But, I do understand why the .416 Rem Mag is your choice, availability and performance for sure. I own a .416 Ruger African, paired with a Leupold VX-3i 1.5 x 5x scope. The rifle drives nails, well at least at 100yds it does. I do reload, and I follow SAAMI specs on all reloading. Unfortunately, there is not a whole lot of reloading data on this cartridge. But, if you look at all the .416 specs in SAAMI, aside from the Weatherby, the .416 Ruger has them all beat as far a velocity with a 400 gr bullet, and in a shorter action.

[@johnkertzman3223]

Not really.

[@BornAgain2019]

Ruger produces well made Mauser style controlled round feed rifles in the M77 line and they provide a 3 position safety also. The 416 Ruger was based off the 375 Ruger and was designed to operate in Standard length actions vs expensive magnum length actions required for all other 416's that your comparing. It falls short simply because of case capacity but is adequate and softer shooting. I feel the Ruger isnt as refined as my Winchester M70 but is built like a tank and not far behind in asthetics.

[@erikleirmo9147]

If I ever hunted dangerous game the Model 70 safari in 416 seems to be the best option with a Leopold or vortex 1.5 to 5

[@davidv.3135]

.416 Rem Mag is my favorite!

[@glslickshooter2707]

The problem is the potential of excessive pressure and extraction issues with the 416 Rem. I would argue the 416 Rigby is the most practical and reliable of the 416’s. Keep up the good work!

[@leeadams5941]

Being one that does not really mind longer actions or longer cartridges, Ill have to lean toward the .416 Rigby and yes, I have to admit a portion of that is my complete displeasure with anything Remington...

[@csalsb]

The 416 Rem Mag is one of my favorites. Then I got a 404 Jeffery, and now I can say that the 416 and the .423 calibers fill a spot. Either one works very well, but the 404 Jeffery has such a romantic spot in Africa that it my gun when I go to Africa. However, I have to bring my 416 Remington over every other trip. It is such a problem to have to make sure both guns do not feel neglected on a Buff Hunt :--)

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I hate it when my rifles feel neglected!

[@csalsb]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 it is a problem that I face daily.

[@cottonkiller8081]

I'd love to see one of these on the 243

[@heerkrupp64]

I remember when the 416 Rem was just being talked about, I saw an article by Bob Milek I think from memory. I had to have one, I put an order at my local store,. I had to pay in full, or no deal, it took 8 months or more to arrive. In Australia getting things takes time, you have to be patient with just about any thing you want from overseas, especially back then. The rifle finally arrived, when I went to pick it up,the owner at the store said, you have the second one in the Country.The other one, the importer for Remington has that one, that's it. I took it home, got it out of the box, and instantly didn't like the rifle, the barrel was to heavy, the whole feel of the rifle felt strange. I went back to the store, not long after, and traded it for something else. it was a big disappointment at the time, that's the way it goes I suppose.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

The 416rm didn't become great until Winchester put it in the model 70!

[@heerkrupp64]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 Yes you are right, it's ironic, the way it turned out.

[@Nick-wn1xw]

While my .416 is a Rigby I can’t disagree with your preference for the Remington. Maybe it’s my CZ 550 in .416 Rigby vs my .375H&H in a Weatherby Vanguard but I feel the felt recoil of the Rigby is a BIG step up from the .375.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

It's most definitely a step up in power and recoil, but not a big step up in my opinion. As you saw in the video, I can easily stay on target while emptying a magazine rapidly. The Lott is where Recoil becomes felt with me. My 505 Gibbs and my buddy's 460 Weatherby are where I call it quits on recoil.

[@borkwoof696]

Desert Dog Outdoors you have to make a video on the .505!

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

@@borkwoof696 I may do that

[@Eggomania86]

If you can shoot an inline muzzle loader with a full charge or a Turkey load from your 12 3" magnum you can shoot a big bore rifle.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Yep

[@NYPrepper]

I got a 416 ruger in the Ruger Guide Gun and I love it. Very ideal for big New York Black Bear and for trips to Alaska where shots are up close and in thick woods. I really like the 416 ruger, I did a penetration test on my channel you can watch it I uploaded the video last week... the 416 ruger DGS penetrated through 26 2x10 douglas fir boards and retained 99% weight with no deformity... not bad for $75/box. Recommend you check out the video. The DGX Bonded went through 7 got stuck in the 8th. I will do a penetration test next wth the Buffalo bore 400 grain TSX and 350 grain lehigh defense solid also with 2x10's. Going for early season black bear this weekend, maybe that'll be the best penetration test.

[@keatonjorgensen8793]

I got a 338 win mag guide gun and love it. Just need to get a houge stock for it can't seem to find the full bed version right now

[@lukealberti5094]

I’m watching this video for the fifth time. Thanks.

[@ptm4view]

What I feel separates the 416 over many DG calibres is the relatively high SD for bullet weight without the heavier recoil of the bigger bores. What's your thought on the CZ550 safari rifle?

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

subscribe to my channel and watch my CZ550 video.

[@whillhern]

Please do a video on the 9.3x62

[@jimdeitch321]

explain to me please the advantage of a ,470 NE or a .458 Win Mag over the .416 Rigby or Rem Mag, The numbers just do not seem to warrant the larger caliber. Also you did not mention optics for the .416 RM, I see you use the 1.5 5 X Leupold but I want to lean more toward a Trijicon 1-4 X or 1-6X with the red post reticle. Your thoughts here are valued and thanks in advance

[@paulharding1621]

I may be a bit sad but watching this again, H4895 no longer available in the Uk, Barnes 300gr TSX with 80gr or so of RL 15 at 2780 FPS is an accurate load.

[@DrBreezeAir]

I'd really love to hear your take on the .500 Jeffrey.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I plan to do a vid on the mighty 50-cal hunting cartridges.

[@borkwoof696]

Remington really was good at designing cartridges but they sucked at marketing them.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Yep, they really dropped the ball on the 25-06 and 280 too.

[@garretttippett-patterson4767]

I would also agree on them messing up the 350 rem mag. Love that cartridge but the early guns and loads weren't the best for them.

[@borkwoof696]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 and the 8mm Rem mag

[@paulharding1621]

Yeah, I love my 6mm Remington Ruger No1.

[@chrisgabbert658]

Something Remington did right and they messed it up..

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

I couldn't agree more. Luckily, Winchester stepped up and made it popular.

[@merrilllewis3926]

So what do you think, for Alaska big bear hunting and defense 416 rem or 458 lott? I ask this knowing that 338 win ,358 norma, etc are great big bear hunting rounds but I kinda like the idea of one gun for the unique criteria of stopping brownies when agitated and bent on killing and hunting from some distance such as 100 to 300 yards.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Just get a 375 H&H.

[@merrilllewis3926]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 thank you. 375 hand h is kinda like 3006. You know, really boring but damned effective.

[@thomasdaniel6495]

I have a fun little story about this round.I bought a M700 in 416 Rem. years ago,early 90s I think it was,just to play with a little,but eventually traded it for a Freedom Arms Casull.One day at the range,when my brother and myself pulled up,there were two other guys at the other end shooting 243s at a 3/4 in.steel ram at 200 yards,and all you heard was bang,ting.So we unloaded our gear and set up,and waited for them to stop,and I wink at my brother and told him,"watch this". I reached down,grabbed the 416 and loaded it,looked at him and he just grinned.I stepped up,shouldered the gun,took aim with the iron sights,and fired.BOOOOM,CLANG! The ram literally picked up off the cross tie it was on,and slammed into the dirt bank behind it."SON OF A BITCH! WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?" was all we heard from the guys at the other end of the range.They immediately got up and came down to see,and I told them what it was,and asked them if they would like to try it.With a look of disbelief,they both just shook their heads and said no way.I told them to give me a minute,and I'd go set the ram back up,so they could plink at it some more,but by the time I got back,they were packing up to leave. The look on their faces though was priceless,you could tell they had never seen a powerful rifle in action,it was cool.Anyhow,I lived the round and want to buy another,however,a much better rifle,when I move to Africa to live next year.Great vid,keep up the good work.

[@mattdelany6799]

.30-.378 Weatherby for lower 48. .375, or .416 for hunting dangerous game, or areas with dangerous game.

[@hillbillyscholar8126]

I love my Model 70's but you really can't call the M700 "weak". If extraction in the M700 is a concern for some obscure reason you can have a Sako style extractor fitted for a modest cost. I would prefer the M70 but I would not feel less confident with a M700...at least one of the original runs.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

The point was that, in factory form, the 700 (as sold) was not up to the task of handling the recoil from the 416 cartridge. I have installed hundreds of Sako and M16 extractors on 700's, and highly recommend that mod. Some people took to blaming the cartridge, rather than the gun for cases that suddenly refused to extract on dangerous game hunts, when the problem was clearly with the gun.

[@hillbillyscholar8126]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 Agree totally about the Sako extractor on any M700 "money gun". Anyway, I like your presentations as always.

[@litsci4690]

It's been two years now, and I'm willing to bet you've still had no problems with your extractor.

[@hillbillyscholar8126]

@@litsci4690 Not a bit. To be honest I never experienced any problems with the old riveted style extractors on the M700 either. I think poor maintenance practices and general neglect were the biggest causes of trouble, but I do feel better with a Sako extractor on my big game M700's.

[@litsci4690]

@@hillbillyscholar8126 I agree. Remington didn't make the bolt easy to fully disassemble, so gunk could build up in the ejector channel. But proper cleaning and an extra power ejector spring make that a non-issue.

[@ulysses8859]

By the way, how are those LOWA boots working out I'm thinking of purchasing a pair.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

After the first set had a quality issue, the new set has been great. I have been scouting a couple of zones this summer with them.

[@ulysses8859]

Thank you sir! I purchased the Irish Setter Ravines and like you said they are great but I still have my eye on the Lowas as I think they are great looking boots.

[@marymitchell10]

Hi mam this is Aries a male yup. This is what I've been waiting for. Yup I believed everything u said . I've always believed the model 70 Winchester is the all time rifle association. Thank u sir for making my dream come come true. Now I know what rifle too buy. I'm Aries from Alabama. I'm a male, and I approved this message.

[@Mitchel141]

Have a win modle 70 safari 416 Rem mag, and I have a 500 Jeff sako brown bear Mt favorite rifles by far

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Those are both great, reliable, hard-use rifles.

[@antoniozolud6405]

Hello, my name is Antonio and I’m getting a .416 rem mag built. I was hoping to ask u for some direction, or even if u build rifles. Is it possible to ask for help. Thank you.

[@brianwinters5434]

I am a very experienced shooter and for me 416s vesus 375 h and h but to my 3 sons in law have no problem firing 375 h and h but are not comfortable with 416s.

[@edwardabrams4972]

I have 3 sons that hunt too and my youngest son really want a 416 and already has a rare Weatherby Mark 5 in a 375 H& H and is the rare stainless model and just loves it🙌

[@clarkponch]

who chambers for both rigby and remmington 416 mags now days?

[@russellapplegate5661]

Does anyone have any input on Varget vs H4895 for the 416 Remington? I am concerned about overly compressed loads.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

You are going to slightly compress most stick powders at max velocity with 416RM. This is why I; (1) Don't load to max velocity, and (2) use a drop tube to fill the case. I love H4895 for the 350gr bullets, and most people love Varget for the 400gr loads. For a dangerous game load that you plan to use in hot climates - keep the powder charge well under max (this goes for any cartridge).

[@russellapplegate5661]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 thank you for the input!

[@matthewsavageau3650]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 I love Varget for the 416REM. I load towards max with it, get good velocity, no overpressure, and good accuracy. I do always use a drop tube with this powder and that leaves me with a powder column that just touches the bottom of the bullet without any compression.

[@tylermettler3906]

Where dose the 404 jeffery fit in ?

[@blackbird2056]

What scope are you running on the 416 ?

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Leupold vx6 1-6

[@blackbird2056]

@@desertdogoutdoors1113 Thank you for replying. I just recently found your channel and really like the content. Keep the videos flowing.

[@mrkniffelpin1853]

Man! I wish I had 10 trillion dollars laying around. LOL

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

A lesson in communism we don't seem to be heeding.

[@juliusjames5577]

Great video! Could have done without the topless pics though.

[@davidperkins1660]

OSS !!

[@blindboyjonny]

Contrary to your assertions, if you check out episode 103 of the big game hunting con podcast with Kevin Robertsons, he has direct knowledge of the .416 Remington seizing up the bolt of a Remington 700 in hot Africa almost getting several people killed. The ammunition was actually chronograph and 100 ft./s higher then it was supposed to. Check it out.

[@blindboyjonny]

Apparently the overpressure of the round and a new 700 Remington caused the case to stick in the bolt handle to have to be beat open pulling off the extractor and requiring a cleaning rod to knock the case out. Pictures and narrative can be found in Dr. Kevin Robertson‘s book dangerous game of Africa book.

[@blindboyjonny]

According to the text, krone graphing the round yielded more than 2500 ft./s with a 400 green projectile. That Hass to be up in the 70s/80,000 psi.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

@@blindboyjonny You are getting bad info. The 270 Win usually operates at higher pressures than the 416 Rem. IT IS NOT A HiGH PRESSURE ROUND! The problem is he was using a Rem 700. That's why Remington stopped clambering for the round and Winchester took it over.

[@WillyK51]

To bad, that when Winchester gave us the 458 Win Mag, they din't make a 416 Win mag.

[@looseballs1966]

William Kunszt they did,,,well sort of,,it's called the 416 Taylor,,,look it up,,,I own a M98 in 416 Taylor and it in my opinion is the best 416 ever designed.,,,and if you read up on it a bit you'll quickly see why I say that and will most likely come to agree with me.

[@WillyK51]

@@looseballs1966 What I meant was a factory load from winchester to go allong with 300, 338, 416 and 458 Win Mag. I´d prefer it over the 458. I handload so it would not a problem, But if it was available at the local store beter

[@looseballs1966]

@@WillyK51 well that's kinda what I meant,,the 416 Taylor is nothing more than the 458 win mag necked down to hold the .416 instead of the .458 diameter bullet, absolutelly nothing more nothing less,,instead of it being taken up by Asquare and offered in guns and as ready to shoot ammo Winchester should have had half a brain and added it to that exact lineup, all those rounds you mention as well as the 264 win mag (another super great but forgoten round) are all the exact same basic belted magnum case with just nothing more than different neck sizes to hold the different diameter bullets, Winchester would have had an extreemly excelent run of do it all calibers, but for some reason those companies seem to do some of the most illogical and downright stupid things with no apparent reasoning behind it,,,because the 416 taylor is a truelly excellent little round in the run of the various 416's out there and very well may have become the most popular by far if someone in the maistream like Winchester would have adopted it, as a choice as a custom it is the most affordable of any of the 416's by far both in terms of getting a gun put together and ammo wise, any gun in the caliber you mention despite the action type (bolt lever or semi auto) can as easily as a barrel change can be turned into a 416 taylor with absolutely nothing more because all of the are the same basic belted manum brass with the same max catridge loaded lengths (at least close enough to not make a rats ass difference in function thru the magazine or action), the brass can be had from a few manufacturers as ready made or you can either simply run 458 win mag brass into the 416's full length sizing die, or with 338 win mag necked up, both cheaper and readilly available way more so than the other 416's, powders to load it with are even a bit more wide ranging and more prominent, and using a good bit less of it is also an advantage to it. it's a round well worth considering if a 416 is on the radar.

[@dp97303]

Bear round if you go to Alaska

[@RH-xr8ms]

Length of pull makes a lot of difference in felt recoil.Too long or too short, and almost any rifle from 25/06 up, or shotgun from 20 ga up will kick the shit out of the shooter.

[@joseluisferloni9681]

The action of the remington 700 is excellent. the only fault is the extractor nail, the rest is excellent.

[@desertdogoutdoors1113]

Don't forget the brazed-on bolt handle, "washer style" recoil lug, safety that fails to block the firing pin, generally poor quality, as well as that weak extractor. I don't consider that excellent.

[@litsci4690]

I don't hear stories of recoil lugs snapping, LOL. It's not expensive to completely replace the trigger/safety, and an extra strength ejector spring is good insurance.

[@seanburns4632]

Lol I have a Rigby and I have never shoot it I will never need anything that big I got it just to hang on my mantle I got it really cheep the gun was only shot once and as long as I have it probably never shot again

[@ronsmith7739]

I'd rather have a really good camera !!!!!! I can beef, chicken at the grocery store. Don't like pork, maybe I'm Jewish.

[@TheProHunting]

.416 Lives Matter.

[@janicebass5354]

made off 8 mm rem mag to 416 rem